Clotrimazole And Betamethasone Dipropionate Cream
NDC Package 72189-182-15

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Clotrimazole And Betamethasone Dipropionate cream is a combination of an azole antifungal and corticosteroid and is indicated for the topical treatment of symptomatic inflammatory tinea pedis, tinea cruris, and tinea corporis due to Epidermophyton floccosum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, and Trichophyton rubrum in patients 17 years and older. This formulation utilizes a cream delivery system. Marketed by Direct Rx, this product is identified by NDC 72189-182 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA202894.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
72189-182-15
Package Description
15 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
72189-182
11-Digit Billing Format
72189018215
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
15 GM
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 308714 - clotrimazole 1 % / betamethasone 0.05 % Topical Cream
  • RxCUI: 308714 - betamethasone 0.5 MG/ML / clotrimazole 10 MG/ML Topical Cream
  • RxCUI: 308714 - betamethasone 0.05 % / clotrimazole 1 % Topical Cream
  • RxCUI: 308714 - betamethasone 0.5 MG/ML (betamethasone dipropionate 0.64 MG/ML) / clotrimazole 10 MG/ML Topical Cream

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Clotrimazole And Betamethasone Dipropionate
Non-Proprietary Name
Clotrimazole And Betamethasone Dipropionate
Substance Name
Betamethasone Dipropionate; Clotrimazole
Dosage Form
Cream - An emulsion, semisolid3 dosage form, usually containing > 20% water and volatiles5 and/or < 50% hydrocarbons, waxes, or polyols as the vehicle. This dosage form is generally for external application to the skin or mucous membranes.
Administration Route
Topical - Administration to a particular spot on the outer surface of the body. The E2B term TRANSMAMMARY is a subset of the term TOPICAL.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream is a combination of an azole antifungal and corticosteroid and is indicated for the topical treatment of symptomatic inflammatory tinea pedis, tinea cruris, and tinea corporis due to Epidermophyton floccosum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, and Trichophyton rubrum in patients 17 years and older.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Direct Rx
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA202894
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
02-23-2021
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 72189-182-15 identifies a specific commercial package of 15 g in 1 tube of Clotrimazole And Betamethasone Dipropionate, a human prescription drug labeled by Direct Rx. This product is billed per "GM" gram and contains an estimated amount of 15 billable units per package. This cream is formulated for topical use and contains betamethasone dipropionate; clotrimazole as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Direct Rx on February 23, 2021. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Direct Rx product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 72189018215. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. There are 15 total billable units per package. The table below illustrates the segment conversion from the 10-digit labeler code to the 11-digit provider format.

11-Digit Code Conversion

Billing payers usually require a 5-4-2 segment configuration. Below is the conversion from the 10-digit package format to the 11-digit billing format:

10-Digit Format (5-3-2)
72189-182-15
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
72189-0182-15

Note: The zero is added to the Product segment to maintain the 5-4-2 structure.