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BenzePrO Benzoyl Peroxide 60 mg Cloth, 60 packets — NDC 42546-0016-60 package photo

BenzePrO Benzoyl Peroxide 60 mg Cloth, 60 packets

by PruGen, Inc. · 60 PACKET in 1 CARTON (42546-016-60) / 1 CLOTH in 1 PACKET
NDC 42546-0016-60
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 42546-016-60 billing pads the product segment with a zero
Rx only Discontinued Non-controlled ⚠ Inactivated by FDA
🗂️ Data synced Jul 14, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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⚠️
Other active recalls for Benzoyl Peroxide (different manufacturers) — 1 · tap to view
These affect other manufacturers’ products for the same ingredient — not necessarily the exact NDC on this page.
Class II · Feb 24, 2025 — Chemical Contamination: Presence of benzene. (Denison Pharmaceuticals, LLC) · FDA recall D-0273-2025
Each entry is an official FDA enforcement report — look up any recall number in the FDA recall database ↗
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Excluded from the active FDA NDC Directory. FDA inactivated this product’s listing record, so it is excluded from the active NDC Directory. The listing was last certified through Dec 2023. A label may still appear on DailyMed, but the NDC is no longer in the current FDA NDC Directory. Search the FDA NDC Directory ↗

🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 42546-016-60
Product NDC 42546-016
11-digit billing NDC 42546001660
NCPDP billing unit EA — each (per item)
SPL Set ID 8e13d1bb-a124-4ffd-8aed-aaab080b7535
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER
Marketing status Discontinued
FDA listing status Inactivated by FDA (certified through Dec 2023)
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form CLOTH
Substance BENZOYL PEROXIDE
GCN Seq No 064921
GCN 17332
HICL code 002470
Ingredient (HICL) Benzoyl Peroxide
HIC1 code L
Therapeutic class — broad (HIC1) Skin/Subcutaneous Tissue
HIC2 code L5
Therapeutic class — intermediate (HIC2) Keratolytics/Keratoplastics
HIC3 code L5A
Therapeutic class — specific (HIC3) Keratolytics
AHFS code 84:28.00.00
AHFS class Keratolytic Agents
FDB label name BENZEPRO 6% FOAMING CLOTHS
FDB brand name Benzepro
Legend status F — Federal legend — prescription drug or device
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 42546-016-60 — a 5-3-2 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 product segment → 42546-0016-60. 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.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerPruGen, Inc.
Labeler code42546
Product typeHuman Prescription 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.

🩺 Clinical

Label name BENZEPRO 6% FOAMING CLOTHS Ingredient Benzoyl Peroxide
📖 What it is MedlinePlus · NLM

Benzoyl peroxide is used to treat mild to moderate acne.

Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗
📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • Most benzoyl peroxide products are used to treat acne — they clear up pimples, blemishes, blackheads, and whiteheads, and help keep new ones from forming. One prescription product,...
  • What exactly is benzoyl peroxide used for?
  • Yes, some dryness, redness, peeling, and mild irritation are very common, especially when you first start. The best strategy is to begin with just once daily and slowly work up to...
  • My skin got really dry and red after I started using it — is that normal?
📖 Read our full Benzoyl Peroxide guide →

Supplement & herbal interactions

Some supplements/herbs that may interact with Benzoyl Peroxide — tap one for details:

Dimethylsulfoxide (dmso)Moderate Turpentine OilModerate AlchemillaMinor
🌿 Every supplement checked against Benzoyl Peroxide (3 interactions) — ranked by severity →
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.

🧪 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 809Y72KV36
    A synthetic polymer made from acrylic acid and crosslinked with allyl pentaerythritol. It's used as a thickening agent and gelling ingredient in creams, gels, and lotions to create the proper texture and help the medicine spread and stay on the skin.
  • 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 2968PHW8QP
    A weak organic acid derived from citrus fruits or made through fermentation. It works as a buffer to control pH, a preservative to extend shelf life, and a flavoring agent in medications.
  • UNII D6DH1DTN7E
    Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate is a synthetic surfactant and emulsifier derived from lauryl alcohol. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and is commonly used in topical formulations to improve product texture and spreadability.
  • UNII F05Q2T2JA0
    Docusate sodium is a stool softener compound that helps medicines dissolve and move through the digestive tract. It acts as a surfactant, reducing surface tension in the intestines, and also serves as a wetting agent in tablet formulations.
  • UNII PDC6A3C0OX
    Glycerin is a clear, thick liquid derived from plant oils or fats. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a sweetener, and a solvent in medications.
  • UNII YSE9PPT4TH
    Hyaluronate sodium is a natural carbohydrate that holds moisture. It's used in medicines as a lubricant, thickener, and moisture-retaining agent to improve texture and delivery of the active ingredient.
  • UNII 36SFW2JZ0W
    Hypromellose 2910 is a plant-based thickening agent derived from cellulose. In medicines, it forms a protective coating on tablets or capsules and controls how quickly the drug dissolves and releases into your body.
  • UNII 1Q73Q2JULR
    Sodium citrate is a salt derived from citric acid. It works as a buffer to maintain the medicine's pH level and may also help improve taste or act as a preservative in the formulation.
  • UNII 518XTE8493
    A gentle cleanser derived from coconut oil, sodium cocoyl isethionate serves as a surfactant and foaming agent in topical products. It helps the medicine spread evenly on skin and creates lather.
  • UNII 55X04QC32I
    A strong alkaline chemical used to adjust and maintain the pH balance of liquid medicines. It helps keep the medicine stable and ensures it stays effective during storage.
  • UNII D0Y70F2B9J
    A synthetic detergent and surfactant derived from fatty acids. It reduces surface tension in formulations to help with mixing, emulsifying, and creating foams or dispersions in topical products.
  • UNII JVL98CG53G
    Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate is a mild, plant-derived cleaning agent made from coconut oil and an amino acid. It's used in liquid formulations as a surfactant to help mix oil and water-based ingredients together and improve how the medicine spreads or is absorbed.
  • UNII 469OTG57A2
    Sodium pyrrolidone carboxylate is a synthetic polymer derived from pyrrolidone chemistry. It functions as a solubilizer and binder in medications, helping dissolve poorly water-soluble drugs and hold tablet ingredients together.
  • 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.
  • UNII 2GXR25858Y
    Zinc lactate is a salt compound combining zinc and lactic acid. It serves as a mineral supplement ingredient and buffering agent that helps maintain the medicine's pH and stability.

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

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.

💲 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 eachPer 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.
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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.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
BenzePrO 60 mgthis 42546-0016-60 PruGen, 60 packets — — Discontinued —
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

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2026
Currently FDA-listed
listed with the FDA
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·
No generic listed yet
brand only
ℹ️No FDA-approved generic found

We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.

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.

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

Medicare Part D (outpatient prescription) spending for Epsolay (matched by generic name) — the program that covers self-administered drugs. 1 manufacturer.
⚠️ 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 Epsolay. 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
$60.9K
Claims incl. refills
82
Beneficiaries
63
Spend / beneficiary
$967.04
Spend / claim
$742.97
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.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
42546-0016-60 You're viewing this 60 PACKET in 1 CARTON (42546-016-60) / 1 CLOTH in 1 PACKET 2015-08-01 Inactivated by FDA

🧭 About this NDC listing & data coverage

Finished prescription product Marketed without an FDA application No longer marketed (per FDA listing data)

Listed without an FDA application

This product's marketing category indicates it is marketed without an approved FDA application (no NDA, ANDA, or BLA on file). Having an NDC does not by itself establish FDA approval — the NDC Directory is a listing system, not an approval decision. Approval-linked data such as Orange Book therapeutic-equivalence ratings therefore does not apply.

What data is (and isn’t) available for this NDC — tap to expand
NDC identity (package / product / labeler codes) ✓ Available
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 "Unapproved Drug Other". 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.
What does the discontinued status mean for this NDC?
The labeler reported a marketing end date (or the listing was delisted), so this specific package is no longer actively marketed. Remaining stock may still be dispensed for a time, and the NDC stays valid for historical records and claims — but data feeds (pricing, labeling) typically stop updating for it. Other package sizes or other manufacturers' versions of the same medication may still be marketed — see the equivalents section where available.
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 FDA registers it as 42546-016-60, which is what is printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero: 42546-0016-60, written without dashes as 42546001660. The Identity section at the top of this page lists every form of this code.
What do the three segments of this NDC mean?
In 42546-0016-60, the first segment (42546) is the labeler code FDA assigned to PruGen, Inc.; the middle segment (0016) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (60) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
PruGen, Inc. 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 a prescription product, so it is dispensed under a prescriber's order. Your pharmacist can tell you whether any over-the-counter forms of the same medication exist.
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.

📄 Full prescribing information FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official prescribing information, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⛔ Contraindications ⚠️ Warnings 🤒 Adverse Reactions 🤰 Pregnancy 🧒 Pediatric Use 🆘 Overdosage 🧬 Clinical Pharmacology 📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling 📦 Storage and Handling 📋 Description 💬 Information for Patients
🎯 Indications and Usage 21 words ▾

INDICATIONS AND USAGE BenzePrO ® Foaming Cloths are indicated for use in the topical treatment of mild to moderate acne vulgaris.

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 87 words ▾

DIRECTIONS Avoid contact with hair, fabrics or carpeting as benzoyl peroxide will cause bleaching or discoloration. Wash affected areas once or twice daily, or as directed by your physician. Wet face with water.

Wet cloth with a little waterand work into a full lather. Cleanse face with cloth for 10-20 seconds avoiding eyes. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry.

Throw away cloth. Do not flush. If going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product.

If irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of both products and ask a doctor.

⛔ Contraindications 34 words ▾

CONTRAINDICATIONS BenzePrO ® Foaming Cloths should not be used in patients who have shown hypersensitivity to benzoyl peroxide or to any of the other ingredients in the product. Discontinue use if hypersensitivity is observed.

⚠️ Warnings 151 words ▾

WARNINGS FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. Not For Ophthalmic Use. Keep out of the reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. When using this product, skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if: you leave BenzePrO ® Foaming Cloths on your skin longer than directed you use another topical acne medication at the same time Do not use this product if you: have very sensitive skin are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide When using this product: avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen avoid contact with the eyes, lips, mouth avoid contact with hair and dyed fabrics, which may be bleached by this product skin irritation may occur, characterized by redness, burning, itching, peeling, or possibly swelling.

Irritation may be reduced by using the product less frequently or in lower concentration. Stop use and ask a doctor: if irritation becomes severe.

🤒 Adverse Reactions 15 words ▾

ADVERSE REACTIONS Allergic contact dermatitis and dryness have been reported with topical benzoyl peroxide therapy.

🤰 Pregnancy 49 words ▾

Pregnancy Category C animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with benzoyl peroxide. It is also not known whether benzoyl peroxide can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. Benzoyl peroxide should be used by a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.

🧒 Pediatric Use 16 words ▾

Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness in children below the age of 12 have not been established.

🆘 Overdosage 55 words ▾

OVERDOSAGE If excessive scaling, erythema or edema occurs, the use of this preparation should be discontinued. To hasten resolution of the adverse effects, cool compresses may be used. After symptoms and signs subside, a reduced dosage schedule may be cautiously tried if the reaction is judged to be due to excessive use and not allergenicity.

🧬 Clinical Pharmacology 70 words ▾

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY The exact method of action of benzoyl peroxide in acne vulgaris is not known. Benzoyl peroxide is an antibacterial agent with demonstrated activity against Propionibacterium acnes. This action, combined with the mild keratolytic effect of benzoyl peroxide, is believed to be responsible for its usefulness in acne. Benzoyl peroxide is absorbed by the skin where it is metabolized to benzoic acid and excreted as benzoate in the urine.

📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling 38 words ▾

HOW SUPPLIED BenzePrO ® Foaming Cloths are supplied in a carton containing 60 × 3.2 g individually wrapped benzoyl peroxide 6% foaming cloths (NDC 42546-016-60). Store at room temperature: 15° - 25°C (59° - 77°F). Protect from freezing.

📦 Storage and Handling 13 words ▾

Store at room temperature: 15° - 25°C (59° - 77°F). Protect from freezing.

📋 Description 107 words ▾

DESCRIPTION BenzePrO ® Foaming Cloths are a topical preparation containing 6.0% benzoyl peroxide. Each gram of BenzePrO ® Foaming Cloths wash contains 60 mg of Benzoyl Peroxide as micronized particles. Ingredients include Purified Water, Carbomer 1342, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerine, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate and Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Sodium PCA, Sodium Hydroxide 10% Solution, Zinc Lactate, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Benzoyl Peroxide 6.0%, Docusate Sodium.

Benzoyl peroxide is an oxidizing agent that possesses antibacterial properties and is classified as a keratolytic. Benzoyl peroxide (C 14 H 10 O 4 ) is represented by the following structure: Chemical Structure

💬 Information for Patients 59 words ▾

Information for patients This medication is to be used as directed by a physician and should not be used to treat any condition other than that for which it was prescribed. Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, lips, and mucous membranes. If accidental contact occurs, rinse with water. If excessive redness or irritation develops, discontinue use and consult your physician.

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