Adapalene Gel 0.1% Gel
NDC Package 73715-003-01

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

Package Information

Adapalene Gel 0.1% gel is a medication used to treat acne. This formulation utilizes a gel delivery system. Marketed by Mohnark Pharmaceuticals Inc, this product is identified by NDC 73715-003.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
73715-003-01
Package Description
30 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
73715-003
11-Digit Billing Format
73715000301
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Adapalene Gel 0.1%
Non-Proprietary Name
Adapalene Gel 0.1%
Substance Name
Adapalene
Dosage Form
Gel - A semisolid3 dosage form that contains a gelling agent to provide stiffness to a solution or a colloidal dispersion.4 A gel may contain suspended particles.
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)
ADAPALENE .1 g/100g
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat acne. It may decrease the number and severity of acne pimples and promote quick healing of pimples that do develop. Adapalene belongs to a class of medications called retinoids. It works by affecting the growth of cells and decreasing swelling and inflammation.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Mohnark Pharmaceuticals Inc
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
Marketing Category
UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER - An unapproved drug product in a marketing category that is not reflected on a particular list.
Start Marketing Date
09-30-2024
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 73715-003-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 30 g in 1 tube of Adapalene Gel 0.1%, a human over the counter drug labeled by Mohnark Pharmaceuticals Inc. This gel is formulated for topical use and contains adapalene 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 Mohnark Pharmaceuticals Inc on September 30, 2024. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat acne. It may decrease the number and severity of acne pimples and promote quick healing of pimples that do develop. Adapalene belongs to a class of medications called retinoids. It works by affecting the growth of cells and decreasing swelling and inflammation.

How is this Mohnark Pharmaceuticals Inc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 73715000301. 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)
73715-003-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
73715-0003-01

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