La Roche Posay Laboratorie Dermatologique Effaclar Medicated Cleanser Salicylic Acid 20 mg/mL Gel, 100 mL — NDC 49967-023-02 (Billing 49967-0023-02)
This is a package of 100 mL of La Roche Posay Laboratorie Dermatologique Effaclar Medicated Cleanser Salicylic Acid 20 mg/mL Gel from L'Oreal USA Products Inc, marketed since Aug 2014 and currently FDA-listed.
Identity & classification
Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- RxNorm (NLM RxNav) · catalog refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- Medi-Span GPI (licensed)
- First Databank (licensed) · refreshed Oct 1, 2026
Clinical
This is a topical gel cleanser containing salicylic acid, an over-the-counter monograph product marketed under FDA's established rules for this category. Salicylic acid is typically used in skincare products to help exfoliate skin and is commonly found in cleansers and acne treatments. The gel is meant to be applied to the skin surface during cleansing routines.
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Where does this data come from?
- MedlinePlus (NLM) · refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 1, 2026
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Pricing
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| Price system | Per g | Per package |
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| 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. | |
Where does this data come from?
- CMS NADAC weekly file
- CMS ASP pricing files · refreshed Sep 20, 2026
- CMS Medicaid State Drug Utilization Data · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
- CMS Part D plan pricing files · refreshed Sep 24, 2026
- VA National Acquisition Center price file
Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Marketing end | Status |
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| 49967-0023-01 49967-023-01 Main listing | 200 mL in 1 TUBE | 2014-08-01 | — | Active |
| 49967-0023-02 You're viewing this | 100 mL in 1 TUBE | 2014-08-01 | — | Active |
| 49967-0023-03 49967-023-03 | 15 mL in 1 TUBE | 2022-10-01 | — | Active |
| 49967-0023-04 49967-023-04 | 3 mL in 1 PACKET | 2022-10-01 | — | Active |
| 49967-0023-05 49967-023-05 | 200 mL in 1 TUBE | 2022-10-01 | — | Active |
Pack size FAQ
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How does this package differ from NDC 49967-0023-04?
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of La Roche Posay Laboratorie Dermatologique Effaclar Medicated Cleanser Salicylic Acid 20 mg/mL Gel?
Therapeutic equivalents
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Sep 3, 2026
- CMS NADAC weekly file
Availability & generic status
We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.
Where does this data come from?
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Sep 3, 2026
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.
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UNII 5F7PJF6AA4
A fatty acid derivative that combines salicylic acid with a plant-derived oil component. It acts as a preservative and antimicrobial agent to help prevent bacterial and fungal growth in the medicine.
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UNII 03DH2IZ3FY
A mild cleansing agent derived from coconut oil. It's used in medicines as a surfactant to help dissolve or distribute other ingredients evenly throughout the formulation.
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UNII Z17H97EA6Y
A plant-derived mild cleanser made from natural sugars and oils. It acts as an emulsifier and surfactant to help mix water and oil-based ingredients together in the medicine.
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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.
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UNII KEH0A3F75J
Hexylene glycol is a clear liquid alcohol used as a solvent and preservative in medicines. It helps dissolve other ingredients and keeps the product stable during storage.
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UNII L7T10EIP3A
A cooling compound from mint plants used as a flavoring agent and to create a fresh sensation in medicines. It helps mask bitter tastes and improve how the product feels in the mouth.
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UNII 8L4OOQ76AM
A waxy compound made from polyethylene glycol and stearic acid that acts as an emulsifier and thickener. It helps blend oil and water-based ingredients together and gives the medicine its proper texture and consistency.
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UNII GO50W2HWO8
A synthetic liquid made from plant oils and polyethylene glycol. It works as a solvent and emulsifier to help dissolve and mix active ingredients evenly throughout the medicine.
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UNII 451W47IQ8X
Sodium chloride is common table salt. It's used in medicines as a buffer to maintain proper pH, as a filler to add bulk, or to adjust the osmotic balance in liquid formulations.
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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.
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UNII BPV390UAP0
Sodium laureth sulfate is a mild detergent and surfactant derived from coconut oil or petroleum. It helps mix oil and water in formulations and is often used as a cleaning or foaming agent in topical products like shampoos and cleansers.
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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.
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UNII U6WSN5SQ1Z
Zinc gluconate is a form of zinc, a mineral, combined with gluconic acid. It's used as a supplement ingredient to provide zinc content in the formulation.
13 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.
Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.
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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.- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
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Manufacturer & labeler
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- Drugs@FDA
FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Use for the treatment of acne
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions use twice daily wet face, then work product into a lather massage onto face, avoiding the eyes rinse well
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings For external use only
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredient Salicylic acid 2%
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients water, sodium laureth sulfate, decyl glucoside, glycerin, sodium chloride, coco-betaine, PEG-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, hexylene glycol, sodium hydroxide, PEG-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, zinc gluconate, tetrasodium EDTA, polyquaternium-47, menthol, capryloyl salicylic acid, citric acid
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Acne treatment
📄 When Using This Product ▾
When using this product skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time.
📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children ▾
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
📄 Questions or Comments ▾
Questions or comments? 1-888-577-5226 Monday - Friday (9 a.m. - 5 p.m. EST)
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| NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) | — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey. |
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| 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. |