SODIUM SULFACETAMIDE, SULFUR 100 mg/g; 50 mg/g Cream, 57 g
🆔 Identity & classification
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🏷️ RxNorm drug class
This medicine belongs to the Sulfonamide Antibacterial class.
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🏭 Manufacturer & labeler
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🩺 Clinical
This is a topical cream combining two active ingredients commonly used in dermatology for skin conditions. Sulfacetamide sodium is an antimicrobial agent typically used to reduce bacteria on the skin, while sulfur is often used as a keratolytic agent to help shed dead skin cells. Together, these ingredients are typically used for conditions such as acne, rosacea, and seborrheic dermatitis. This product is marketed without an approved FDA application.
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💲 Pricing
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| Price system | Per g | Per package |
|---|---|---|
| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | $0.687 | $39.17 / 57 g |
| 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. | |
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🔁 Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium Sulfacetamide, Sulfur 100 mg/g; 50 mg/gthis 42192-0149-02 | Acella | 57 g | $0.687 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Sodium Sulfacetamide, Sulfur 100 mg/g; 50 mg/g 42192-0139-01 | Acella | 28 g | $1.556 | — | Availability likely | +126% |
| SODIUM SULFACETAMIDE 10% AND SULFUR 5% Emollient Cream 100 mg/g; 50 mg/g 58657-0468-01 | Method | 28 g | $1.556 | — | Availability likely | +126% |
| Avar-e Green 100 mg/g; 50 mg/g 00178-0460-02 | Mission | 57 g | — | — | Discontinued | — |
| Avar-e 100 mg/g; 50 mg/g 00178-0470-02 | Mission | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Sodium Sulfacetamide, Sulfur 100 mg/g; 50 mg/g 44523-0542-02 | BioComp | 57 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Sodium Sulfacetamide And Sulfur 100 mg/g; 50 mg/g 44523-0603-01 | BioComp | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| SODIUM SULFACETAMIDE 10% AND SULFUR 5% Emollient Cream 100 mg/g; 50 mg/g 72162-2246-02 | Bryant | 28 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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⏳ Availability & generic status
We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.
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📊 Medicare Part D spend CMS · PART D · 2026 (Q1)
📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42192-0149-02 You're viewing this | 57 g in 1 TUBE (42192-149-02) | 2014-08-14 | Active |
🧭 About this NDC listing & data coverage
Listed without an FDA application
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| NDC identity (package / product / labeler codes) | ✓ Available |
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| Product & package description | ✓ Available |
| Marketing category & status | ✓ Available |
| Active ingredient / dosage form / route | ✓ Available |
| FDA label (SPL via DailyMed) | ✓ Available |
| Package photos | — Not published for this NDC No photo available yet for this listing. |
| Inactive ingredients (structured) | — Not published for this NDC The labeler did not submit a structured excipient list, or no SPL is available. |
| NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) | ✓ Available |
| 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. |
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📄 Full prescribing information FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
INDICATIONS: Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 5% Emollient Cream is indicated in the topical control of acne vulgaris, acne rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis.
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Cleanse skin thoroughly before application. Apply a thin layer to affected areas 1-3 times daily or as directed by a physician. To minimize potential dryness, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to 2-3 times daily as needed or as directed by a physician.
⛔ Contraindications ▾
CONTRAINDICATIONS: Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 5% Emollient Cream is contraindicated for use by patients having known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides, sulfur or any other component of this preparation.Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 5% Emollient Cream is not to be used by patients with kidney disease.
⚠️ Warnings ▾
WARNINGS: Although rare, sensitivity to sodium sulfacetaminde may occur. Therefore, caution and careful supervision should be observed when prescribing this drug for patients who may be prone to hypersensitivity to topical sulfonamides. Systemic toxic reactions such as agranulocytosis, acute hemolytic anemia, purpura hemorrhagica, drug fever, jaundice and contact dermatitis indicate hypersensitivity to sulfonamides.
Particular caution should be employed if areas of denuded or abraded skin are involved. FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY . Keep away from eyes.
Keep out of reach of children. Keep container tightly closed.
🤒 Adverse Reactions ▾
ADVERSE REACTIONS: Although rare, sodium sulfacetamide may cause local irritation.
🤰 Pregnancy ▾
PREGNANCY: Category C. Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 5% Emollient Cream. It is not known whether Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 5% Emollient Cream can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 5% Emollient Cream should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.
🧒 Pediatric Use ▾
PEDIATRIC USE: Safety and effectiveness in children under the age of 12 have not been established.
🧬 Clinical Pharmacology ▾
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY: Sodium Sulfacetamide exhibits antibacterial activity. It is believed to block bacterial growth by acting as a competitive antagonist of para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA). While absorption through intact skin has not been determined for sodium sulfacetamide, it is estimated that 1% of topically applied sulfur is absorbed.
Although the exact mode of the keralytic activity of sulfur is unknown, it is reported to result from the interaction of sulfur with the cysteine content of keratinocytes. In combination with sulfacetamide, sulfur has been reported to inhibit P. acnes , thereby reducing the associated inflammation.
📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling ▾
HOW SUPPLIED: Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 5% Emollient Cream is available in 2 oz (57 g) tubes, NDC 42192-149-02 and SSS 10% - 5% (Sodium Sulfacetamide - Sulfur) Emollient Cream in 1 oz (28 g) tubes, NDC 42192-139-01.
📦 Storage and Handling ▾
Store at 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° - 30°C (59° - 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]
📋 Description ▾
DESCRIPTION: Sodium sulfacetamide is a sulfonamide with antibacterial activity while sulfur acts as a keratolytic agent. Chemically sodium sulfacetamide is N-[(4-aminophenyl) sulfonyl]-acetamide, monosodium salt, monohydrate. The structural formula is: Each gram of Sodium Sulfacetamide 10% Sulfur 5% Emollient Cream contains 100 mg of Sodium Sulfacetamide, USP and 50 mg of Sulfur in a base containing BHT, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ethylparaben, Fragrance, Glyceryl Monostearate SE, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Purified Water, Sodium Thiosulfate and Xanthan Gum.
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💬 Information for Patients ▾
Information for patients - Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, lips and mucous membranes. If accidental contact occurs, rinse with water. If excessive irritation develops, discontinue use and consult your physician.