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Hydrocortisone 1.14 g/114g Lotion — NDC 0394-0859-32 (Billing 00394-0859-32)

by Mericon Industries · 12 BOTTLE, DISPENSING in 1 BOX / 114 g in 1 BOTTLE, DISPENSING

This is a package of Hydrocortisone 1.14 g/114g Lotion from Mericon Industries, marketed since Jun 2023 and currently FDA-listed. It is this product's only package size.

NDC 00394-0859-32
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 0394-0859-32 billing pads the labeler segment with a zero
OTC On market Non-controlled ⇄ Compare with another NDC
🗂️ FDA directory synced Oct 1, 2026 · this listing last changed Jul 24, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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NDC database record

One package, one record: these facts belong to NDC 0394-0859-32 alone.

Record
FDA NDC Directory package listing · Human OTC drug
Code segments
0394 labeler · 0859 product · 32 package
Package marketed since
Jun 12, 2023
Sample package
No — commercial package
Listing certified through
Dec 31, 2027
Barcode (UPC)
0303940859326
FDA record last changed
Jul 24, 2026

Identity & classification

Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package

FDA NDC (as labeled) 0394-0859-32
Product NDC 0394-0859
11-digit billing NDC 00394085932
NCPDP billing unit GM — per gram (weight)
RxCUI 103403
UNII WI4X0X7BPJ
UPC 0303940859326
Application # M017
SPL Set ID 8f351b04-8f6d-4353-9100-13a8a80d656a
Established class (EPC) Corticosteroid
Mechanism of action Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonists
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2023-06-12
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form LOTION
Substance HYDROCORTISONE

Drug-database identifiers Medi-Span GPI and First Databank GCN / HICL / AHFS classification

GPI-14 90550075004115
GPI class Hydrocortisone
GCN Seq No 066756
GCN 29135
HICL code 002867
Ingredient (HICL) Hydrocortisone
HIC1 code Q
Therapeutic class — broad (HIC1) Ear/Eye/Nose/Rectum/Topical/Vagina/Other
HIC2 code Q5
Therapeutic class — intermediate (HIC2) Agents Acting Principally On The Skin
HIC3 code Q5P
Therapeutic class — specific (HIC3) Topical Anti-Inflammatory Steroidal
AHFS code 52:08.08.00
AHFS class Corticosteroids (Eent)
FDB label name HYDROCORTISONE 1% LOTION
FDB brand name Hydrocortisone
Legend status O — Over-the-counter (OTC) drug or device
Quick answers
  • GSN (GCN sequence number): 066756
  • GCN: 29135
  • GPI-14 (Medi-Span): 90550075004115
  • HICL (First Databank): 002867
  • AHFS class code: 52:08.08.00
  • RxCUI (RxNorm): 103403
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 0394-0859-32 — a 4-4-2 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the labeler segment → 00394-0859-32. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

RxNorm drug class

This medicine belongs to the Corticosteroid class.

Pharmacologic class Corticosteroid
Drug family (ATC) Corticosteroids, moderately potent (group II), Corticosteroids, potent (group III), Corticosteroids for local oral treatment
How it works Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonists
Where does this data come from?
Therapeutic classes from RxNorm RxClass (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Established Pharmacologic Class (FDA), ATC drug family (WHO) and mechanism of action, matched by this product’s RxCUI.

Clinical

Label name HYDROCORTISONE 1% LOTION Ingredient Hydrocortisone
📖 What it is MedlinePlus · NLM

Hydrocortisone topical is used to treat redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of various skin conditions. Hydrocortisone is in a class of medications called corticosteroids. It works by activating natural substances in the skin to reduce swelling, redness, and itching.

Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗
📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • It depends on the product. Tablets and oral granules are used for adrenal insufficiency, among other conditions. Injections are used for severe allergic states and skin diseases. R...
  • Don't stop it suddenly if you take it for adrenal insufficiency. Stopping abruptly can cause adrenal crisis, which can be fatal. Talk to your prescriber before making any changes.
  • Common ones are fluid retention, higher blood pressure, changes in blood sugar, mood changes, bigger appetite and weight gain. Call your doctor for signs of infection, vision chang...
  • Grapefruit juice and some antifungals and antibiotics can raise hydrocortisone levels. Some seizure medicines and rifampicin can lower them. Tell me about any diabetes medicines, w...
📖 Read our full Hydrocortisone guide →
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Nutrient depletion considerations

Hydrocortisone may be associated with lower levels of 8 nutrients — worth a chat with your pharmacist, not a cause for alarm.

🧪 Full Hydrocortisone nutrient depletion report →
An association is not a deficiency. Educational only — don't start or stop anything without professional guidance.
Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer gPer package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs.
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data.
ℹ️
No price is published for this exact package yet. CMS surveys NADAC per package size, so a different pack of the same drug often has one.
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startMarketing endStatus
00394-0859-32 You're viewing this Main listing 12 BOTTLE, DISPENSING in 1 BOX / 114 g in 1 BOTTLE, DISPENSING 2023-06-12 — Active

Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Aquanil HC .01 g/g 00096-0732-04 Person 118 g — — FDA listed —
Aquanil HC .01 g/g 00096-0810-04 Person 118 g — — FDA listed —
Intensive Healing Eczema 1.02 g/100g 00363-0670-04 Walgreens 99.2 g — — FDA listed —
Hydrocortisone 1.14 g/114gthis 00394-0859-32 Mericon 12 bottles — — FDA listed —
signature care Hydrocortisone 1 g/100g 21130-0166-25 Safeway 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Cortizone 10 Intensive Healing for Eczema 10 mg/g 41167-0331-00 Chattem, 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Cortizone 10 for Psoriasis 1 g/100g 41167-0341-00 Chattem, 96 g — — FDA listed —
dg health hydrocortisone 1 g/100g 55910-0646-25 Dolgencorp, 1 tube — — FDA listed —
cortisone 1 g/100g 59779-0878-25 CVS 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Dermarest Eczema Medicated 10 mg/mL 63736-0339-24 Insight 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Hydrocortisone 10 mg/mL 71399-0120-01 AKRON 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
basic care hydrocortisone 1 g/100g 72288-0878-25 Amazon.com 1 tube — — FDA listed —
About this product: other versions of the same ingredient, strength and form are listed above, least expensive first, with FDA equivalence ratings where available.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

Availability & generic status

🏛️
2023
On the market since
Jun 2023
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
3 years listed
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Generic versions listed
see equivalents
✅Generic appears available

FDA-approved generic versions are listed, and recent pricing/market data suggests they may be available — see Therapeutic equivalents.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

What it looks like

Color white
One label can cover several strengths, so colors may be combined — always confirm a loose pill against the dispensed prescription label or a pharmacist.
Where does this data come from?
Physical description (imprint, shape, color, scoring, coating) from this product’s FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL), mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA.

Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

💡 Tap an ingredient (hover on desktop) to see what it is and why it’s used.

  • UNII 936JST6JCN
    Cetyl alcohol is a waxy, fatty substance derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as an emulsifier and thickener in medicines, helping blend oil and water components and giving products a smooth, creamy texture.
  • UNII 884C3FA9HE
    Lanolin alcohol is a waxy substance derived from sheep's wool. It functions as an emollient and emulsifier in medicines, helping blend oil and water-based ingredients while softening the product's texture.
  • UNII A2I8C7HI9T
    Methylparaben is a preservative derived from benzoic acid that prevents growth of bacteria, fungi, and mold in medicines. It extends the product's shelf life and maintains safety during storage.
  • UNII T5L8T28FGP
    Mineral oil is a clear, odorless liquid derived from crude oil. It acts as a lubricant and emollient in medications, helping pills slide smoothly during manufacturing and aiding moisture retention in topical products.
  • UNII 0I3V7S25AW
    Myristic acid is a natural fatty acid commonly derived from palm or coconut oil. In medicines, it acts as a lubricant and binding agent, helping tablets hold together and slide smoothly through manufacturing equipment.
  • UNII 6OZP39ZG8H
    Polysorbate 80 is a synthetic emulsifier derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together in medications and improves how the product disperses in the body.
  • UNII 6DC9Q167V3
    Propylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or vegetable sources. It acts as a solvent, humectant, and preservative in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and maintain product stability.
  • UNII Z8IX2SC1OH
    Propylparaben is a chemical preservative used to prevent bacterial and fungal growth in medicines and personal care products. It helps extend shelf life and maintain product safety during storage.
  • UNII 06XEA2VD56
    Sorbitan oleate is an emulsifier derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and keeps them from separating in the medicine.
  • UNII 4ELV7Z65AP
    Stearic acid is a fatty acid derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as a binder and lubricant in tablets and capsules, helping them hold together and flow smoothly during manufacturing.
  • UNII 059QF0KO0R
    Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.

11 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

The official label also statesstearic acid, propylene glycol, lanolin alcohol in mineral oil, isopropyl in myristate, cetyl alcohol, mono- and di-glycerides, polysorbate 80, sorbitan monooleate, a scent and purified water preserved with methylparaben and propylparaben.

Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.

Where does this data come from?
Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMed — ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerMericon Industries
FDA applicationM017 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code00394
First marketedJun 2023
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
The labeler markets the product; the application holder owns the FDA approval. They’re often the same company but can differ (e.g. a repackager or an authorized generic). A mailing address / phone appears here when the manufacturer includes it in the product’s FDA label (not all do).
Where does this data come from?
Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official Drug Facts labeling, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⚠️ Warnings 📦 Storage and Handling 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose 📄 Do Not Use 📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel
🎯 Indications and Usage 50 words ▾

Uses For the temporary relief associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation and rashes due to: eczema seborrheic dermatitis psoriasis insect bites poison ivy, oak, sumac soaps detergents cosmetics jewelry external genital and anal itching. Other uses of this product should be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor.

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 83 words ▾

Directions Adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily Children under 2 years of age: do not use, consult a doctor For External Anal Itching Users adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly, and gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before application of this product children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor

⚠️ Warnings 129 words ▾

Warnings For external use only avoid contact with the eyes Stop using this product and ask a doctor if condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days before you begin using any other hydrocortisone product Do not use this product and ask a doctor if you have a vaginal discharge before treating diaper rash before using on children under 2 years of age For external anal itching users do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor in case of bleeding, consult a doctor promptly do not put this product into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children

📦 Storage and Handling 7 words ▾

Other Information store at 55 to 76F

🧪 Active Ingredient 4 words ▾

Active Ingredient Hydrocortisone 1%

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 33 words ▾

Inactive Ingredients stearic acid, propylene glycol, lanolin alcohol in mineral oil, isopropyl in myristate, cetyl alcohol, mono- and di-glycerides, polysorbate 80, sorbitan monooleate, a scent and purified water preserved with methylparaben and propylparaben.

🎯 Purpose 2 words ▾

Purpose Anti-itch

📄 Do Not Use 28 words ▾

Do not use this product and ask a doctor if you have a vaginal discharge before treating diaper rash before using on children under 2 years of age

📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 38 words ▾

Stop using this product and ask a doctor if condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days before you begin using any other hydrocortisone product

📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 11 words ▾

Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children

📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel 38 words ▾

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 114 g Bottle Label 0394-0859-32 Mericon Industries, Inc. Hydrocortisone 1% Lotion Anti-Itch Poison Ivy Poison Oak Poison Sumac Hives • Rashes Net Wt. 4 oz. (114g) PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 114 g Bottle Label

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗

Medicare Part D spend CMS · PART D · 2026 (Q1)

Medicare Part D (outpatient prescription) spending for Hydrocortisone — the program that covers self-administered drugs. 17 manufacturers.
⚠️ Drug-level data: CMS publishes Part D spending by drug, not by NDC — these figures combine every manufacturer, strength and package size sold under the name Hydrocortisone. That’s a different level of aggregation than the Medicaid card above, which is specific to this exact 11-digit NDC (pack size included), so the two aren’t directly comparable.
Period
Total Part D spend
$19.92M
Claims incl. refills
699.9K
Beneficiaries
529.9K
Spend / beneficiary
$37.60
Spend / claim
$28.47
Trend by period
💵 About the dollar figures: spending is what Part D plans paid before confidential manufacturer rebates, so the program’s real net cost is lower. A blank patient count means fewer than 11 people — CMS hides counts that small to protect privacy. Source: CMS Medicare Quarterly Part D Spending by Drug (data.cms.gov), updated quarterly.

About this NDC listing & data coverage

Over-the-counter (OTC) product
What data is (and isn’t) available for this NDC — tap to expand
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Labeler ✓ Available
Product & package description ✓ Available
Marketing category & status ✓ Available
Active ingredient / dosage form / route ✓ Available
FDA label (SPL via DailyMed) ✓ Available
Package photos ✓ Available
Inactive ingredients (structured) ✓ Available
NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data — Not published for this NDC Applies only to products approved under an NDA/ANDA; many listings are out of scope.
HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.
“Not published” reflects what the public FDA / CMS / NLM sources provide for this exact package code — it is a property of the data feeds, not a judgment about the product.

Questions about this listing

Is this NDC FDA-approved?
An NDC listing does not by itself establish FDA approval — the NDC Directory records that a product is listed with FDA, not that it was reviewed and approved. This listing's marketing category is "Otc Monograph Drug". Products approved under an application carry an NDA, ANDA, or BLA number.
Why is there no price listed?
The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.
Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?
Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The form printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed is the one the FDA registered. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero and the dashes are dropped. The Identity section at the top of this page lists each form of this code.
Is this package still being marketed?
Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page: this package is listed as actively marketed, with no marketing end date reported by Mericon Industries. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Mericon Industries is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.
Do I need a prescription for this product?
This NDC is listed with FDA as an over-the-counter product, so it does not require a prescription. Follow the package directions, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is right for you.
This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.
Where does this data come from?
Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.
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For educational and professional reference only — not medical advice. Pricing reflects published NADAC and CMS ASP (free public data) and may differ from your acquisition cost; always verify before billing or dispensing.