NDC Package 72189-277-15 Triamcinolone Acetonide

Cream Topical - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
72189-277-15
Package Description:
15 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Triamcinolone Acetonide
Non-Proprietary Name:
Triamcinolone Acetonide
Substance Name:
Triamcinolone Acetonide
Usage Information:
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Triamcinolone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a medium- to strong-potency corticosteroid. The potency depends on the strength and the form that you use. For details on the potency of your product, ask your pharmacist.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
72189027715
Billing Unit:
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
15 GM
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 1014314 - triamcinolone acetonide 0.1 % Topical Cream
  • RxCUI: 1014314 - triamcinolone acetonide 1 MG/ML Topical Cream
  • RxCUI: 1014314 - triamcinolone acetonide 1 MG per GM Topical Cream
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Direct_rx
    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(s):
  • 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):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    ANDA209535
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    09-30-2021
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 72189-277-15?

    The NDC Packaged Code 72189-277-15 is assigned to a package of 15 g in 1 tube of Triamcinolone Acetonide, a human prescription drug labeled by Direct_rx. The product's dosage form is cream and is administered via topical form.This product is billed per "GM" gram and contains an estimated amount of 15 billable units per package.

    Is NDC 72189-277 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Triamcinolone Acetonide with product code 72189-277 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Direct_rx on September 30, 2021 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2024 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the NDC billing unit for package 72189-277-15?

    The contents of this package are billed per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight. The calculated billable units for this package is 15.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 72189-277-15?

    The 11-digit format is 72189027715. The 11-digit billing format might be required by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers in billing claim forms.

    This package code is originally configured in a 5-3-2 segment 10-digit format and by adding a zero within the original NDC package code we can obtain the converted 11-digit format in a 5-4-2 segment configuration. The table below shows the 11-digit code conversion:

    10-Digit Format10-Digit Original Code11-Digit Format11-Digit Code
    5-3-272189-277-155-4-272189-0277-15