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Acne Control Cleanser Salicylic Acid 20 mg/mL Liquid, 237 mL

by CVS Health · 237 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PUMP (51316-893-01)
NDC 51316-0893-01
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 51316-893-01 billing pads the product segment with a zero
OTC On market Non-controlled
🗂️ Data synced Aug 27, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 51316-893-01
Product NDC 51316-893
11-digit billing NDC 51316089301
RxCUI 562600
UNII O414PZ4LPZ
Application # M006
SPL Set ID 07cb1c7c-5188-49d5-916e-e2161b5ca3b0
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2026-07-01
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form LIQUID
Substance SALICYLIC ACID
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 51316-893-01 — 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 → 51316-0893-01. 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 Salicylic acid and derivatives class.

Drug family (ATC) Salicylic acid and derivatives, Other antifungals for topical use, Antiinflammatory agents, non-steroids
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.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerCVS Health
FDA applicationM006 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code51316
First marketedJul 2026
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio50 products on file
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

🧪 What is this product?

This is a topical liquid cleanser containing salicylic acid, marketed as an over-the-counter monograph product. Salicylic acid is a type of chemical exfoliant commonly used in acne and oily skin care products to help remove dead skin cells and reduce excess oil buildup on the skin surface. The product is applied directly to the skin as a cleansing treatment. This listing reflects an OTC monograph drug, meaning it is sold under established FDA guidelines for this category rather than through an individual product application.

Supplement & herbal interactions

🌿 Drug–supplement interaction checker →
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.

💊 What it looks like

Color yellow
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 SQE6VB453K
    A calcium salt derived from gluconic acid. It acts as a buffer and mineral supplement in formulations, helping maintain stable pH and adding nutritional calcium content to the product.
  • UNII 0A5MM307FC
    A synthetic polymer that absorbs water and forms a thick, gel-like substance. In medicines, it works as a thickener and stabilizer to improve texture and help ingredients stay mixed together in creams, gels, and lotions.
  • UNII 5THT33P7X7
    A waxy, lipid-like substance derived from animal or plant sources. It helps soften and moisturize the skin by acting as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in topical medicines and creams.
  • UNII F1X8L2B00J
    A naturally derived fatty substance that helps bind and condition the product's texture. It works as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in topical formulations, helping maintain moisture and smoothness.
  • UNII 4370DF050B
    Ceramide NP is a waxy, lipid-based substance that mimics natural skin oils. It's used in topical formulations as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent to help soften, smooth, and protect the skin barrier.
  • UNII 97C5T2UQ7J
    Cholesterol is a fatty substance found naturally in animal tissues. In medications, it's used as an ingredient in liposomal formulations and lipid-based drug delivery systems to help encapsulate and stabilize active drugs for better absorption.
  • 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 62V75NI93W
    A surfactant derived from coconut oil that helps cleanse and remove oils from skin or hair. In medicines and personal care products, it acts as a cleanser and foaming agent.
  • UNII WS3HH94HYH
    A chelating agent derived from ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid complexed with manganese and sodium. It binds metals in formulations to prevent oxidation and preserve product stability and potency.
  • UNII 147D247K3P
    Ethylhexylglycerin is a synthetic preservative used to prevent bacteria and mold from growing in medicines and personal care products. It helps keep the product safe and stable throughout its shelf life.
  • UNII WQ29KQ9POT
    Gluconolactone is a mild organic acid derived from glucose. It functions as a buffer and pH regulator in medicines, helping maintain stable acidity levels and improve product stability.
  • 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 08X4KI73EZ
    Hectorite is a clay mineral used as a thickener and suspending agent in medicines. It helps keep solid particles evenly distributed throughout liquid formulations.
  • UNII 25X51I8RD4
    Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3, a water-soluble nutrient. In medicines, it may be added as a nutritional supplement or to support skin health, though its primary role here is as an active ingredient rather than a traditional inactive filler.
  • UNII 6F36Q0I0AC
    PEG-150 distearate is a waxy substance made by combining polyethylene glycol with stearic acid. It acts as an emulsifier and surfactant to help blend water and oil-based ingredients, and may also function as a thickener or lubricant in the formulation.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • UNII HIE492ZZ3T
    Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative and antimicrobial agent used to prevent bacterial and fungal growth in medicines and cosmetic products, extending shelf life and maintaining product safety.
  • UNII GIN46U9Q2Q
    Phytosphingosine is a naturally derived fatty compound that helps stabilize and thicken skincare and cosmetic formulations. It works as an emollient and conditioning agent to improve texture and skin feel in topical products.
  • UNII OJ245FE5EU
    Sodium benzoate is a salt derived from benzoic acid, a preservative. It's added to medicines to prevent growth of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that could spoil the product.
  • 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.
  • 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 7243K85WFO
    Sodium lauroyl lactylate is a mild surfactant derived from natural fats and lactic acid. It acts as an emulsifier and solubilizer to help blend oil and water-based ingredients and improve how the body absorbs the active drug.
  • UNII 632GS99618
    Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate is a mild, plant-derived cleaning agent used in medicines as a surfactant and emulsifier. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients and may aid tablet disintegration.
  • 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 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 TTV12P4NEE
    Xanthan gum is a thickening and stabilizing ingredient made from fermented corn or other sugars. It's added to medicines to improve texture, prevent separation of liquids and solids, and help the product stay consistent.

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

The official label also stateswater, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, glycerin, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, PEG-150 distearate, niacinamide, gluconolactone, PEG-150 pentaerythntyl tetiastearate, ceramide NP, ceramide AP, ceramide EOP, carbomer, calcium gluconate, sodium chloride, sodium benzoate, sodium lauroyl lactylate, cholesterol, phenoxyethanol, disodium EDTA, sodium hyaluronate, phytosphingosine, xanthan gum, PEG-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, ethylhexylglycerin, hectorite, citric acid.

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.

💲 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 mLPer 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.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Skin Pharmacy Advanced Acne Therapy Clarifying Daily Cleanser 20 mg/mL 69842-0064-01 CVS 148 ml — — FDA listed —
Skinpharmacy Advanced Acne Therapy Overnight Salicylic Acid 20 mg/mL 69842-0066-01 CVS 1 tube — — FDA listed —
SKIN MEDICA Purifying Foaming Wash 20 mg/mL 00023-4948-05 Allergan, 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Differin Acne Clearing Body Scrub 20 mg/mL 00299-4609-00 Galderma 237 ml — — FDA listed —
Sulfur 8 Anti-Dandruff Braid 20 mg/mL 12022-0021-00 J. 356 ml — — FDA listed —
Sulfur 8 Fresh Anti-Dandruff 20 mg/mL 12022-0028-00 J. 355 ml — — FDA listed —
Sulfur 8 Medicated Dandruff with Salicylic Acid 20 mg/mL 12022-0039-00 J. 222 ml — — FDA listed —
Glovers Therapeutic Care 20 mg/mL 12022-0040-00 J. 118 ml — — FDA listed —
Signature Care Acne Treatment 20 mg/mL 21130-0722-77 SAFEWAY, 177 ml — — FDA listed —
Kiehls Since 1851 Dermatologist Solutions Truly Targeted Acne Clearing Solution 20 mg/mL 49967-0055-01 L'Oreal 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Thayers Since 1847 Natural Remedies Blemish Clearing Witch Hazel Aloe Vera Formula Pads 20 mg/mL 49967-0705-01 L'Oreal 60 applicators — — FDA listed —
Dr. Gross AB Acne Daily Breakout 20 mg/mL 51326-0179-01 Topiderm, 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Replenix Acne Gly-Sal 2-2 Foaming Cleanser 20 mg/mL 51326-0929-06 Topiderm, 200 ml — — FDA listed —
Medicated Wash 20 mg/mL 67226-1021-01 Vivier 150 ml — — FDA listed —
L BRI Pure n Natural Deep Clean Toner 20 mg/mL 71238-0218-00 L'BRI 188 ml — — FDA listed —
Peach and Lily Peaches Slices Acne Exfoliating toner 20 mg/mL 81515-0501-01 Peach 120 ml — — FDA listed —
Doing The Work Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment 20 mg/mL 84234-0001-00 Personal 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Byoma Acne Clearing Cleanser 20 mg/mL 84821-0007-01 Byoma 175 ml — — FDA listed —
PHOFAY Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Essence 20 mg/mL 87080-0001-00 Hangzhou 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Hero Pore Release Blackhead Clearing 20 mg/mL 10237-0001-00 Church 100 ml — — FDA listed —
Up and Up Acne Wash 20 mg/mL 11673-0024-54 TARGET 269.1 ml — — FDA listed —
Topicals Clearly Mist 20 mg/mL 51326-0307-01 Topiderm, 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Gly-Sal 5-2 20 mg/mL 51326-0927-01 Topiderm, 200 ml — — FDA listed —
Clean and Clear Essentials Acne Toner 20 mg/mL 69968-0820-08 Kenvue 240 ml — — FDA listed —
Viaderma Clear Acne Treatment 20 mg/mL 71262-0017-15 VIADERMA 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Naturium Salicylic Acid Serum 2% 20 mg/mL 76354-0122-01 e.l.f. 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
OXY Volcanic Ash Acne Face Wash 20 mg/mL 10742-8334-01 The 207 ml — — FDA listed —
Clean and Clear Essentials Deep Cleaning Astringent 20 mg/mL 69968-0209-08 Kenvue 240 ml — — FDA listed —
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash 20 mg/mL 69968-0675-01 Kenvue 12 tubes — — Discontinued —
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash 20 mg/mL 69968-0770-01 Kenvue 12 tubes — — Discontinued —
CeraVe Developed with Dermatologists BHA Exfoliating Toner Acne Treatment 20 mg/mL 82046-0291-01 L'Oreal 237 ml — — FDA listed —
Byoma Acne Clearing Body Wash 20 mg/mL 84821-0005-01 Byoma 400 ml — — FDA listed —
Nativae Milia Acne Serum 20 mg/mL 85065-0557-00 CDE 30 ml — — FDA listed —
pHisoderm Clear Confidence Daily Gel Face Wash 20 mg/mL 10742-1412-01 The 177 ml — — FDA listed —
Doo Gro Braids Twists Locs Dandruff Control Moisturizing 20 mg/mL 12022-0041-00 J. 335 ml — — FDA listed —
Thayers Since 1847 Natural Remedies Double Action Acne Serum 20 mg/mL 49967-0062-01 L'Oreal 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Exuviance Daily Acne Peel 20 mg/mL 58414-0017-02 NeoStrata 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Atrix Clarifying Toner 20 mg/mL 59088-0444-08 PureTek 118 ml — — FDA listed —
Neutrogena Clear Pore Oil-Eliminating Astringent 20 mg/mL 69968-0028-08 Kenvue 236 ml — — FDA listed —
Sunday Riley Peacekeeper Acne Treatment Serum 20 mg/mL 73001-0505-01 Sunday 1 pouch — — FDA listed —
Replenix Gly-Sal 10-2 cleanser 20 mg/mL 51326-0928-01 Topiderm, 200 ml — — FDA listed —
Gly-Sal 10-2 20 mg/mL 51326-0938-01 Topiderm, 89 ml — — FDA listed —
Clenziderm Daily Care Foaming Cleanser Acne Treatment 20 mg/mL 62032-0610-11 Obagi 118 ml — — FDA listed —
Neutrogena Body Clear Body Wash Pink Grapefruit 20 mg/mL 69968-0910-09 Kenvue 250 ml — — FDA listed —
Amazon Basics Acne Wash Acne treatment 20 mg/mL 72288-0955-01 AMAZON.COM 177 ml — — FDA listed —
e.l.f. PLZ Clarify Facial Oil 20 mg/mL 76354-0419-01 e.l.f. 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Lancome Paris Clarifique BX-Interceptor Topical Acne Clearing Treatment 20 mg/mL 82046-0955-01 LOreal 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Personal Day Doing the Work Daily Exfoliating Treatment 20 mg/mL 84234-0002-00 Personal 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Thayers Since 1847 Natural Remedies Blemish Clearing Witch Hazel Aloe Vera Formula Toner 20 mg/mL 49967-0523-01 L'Oreal 355 ml — — FDA listed —
Lancome Paris Clarifique BX-Interceptor Topical Acne Clearing Treatment 20 mg/mL 51150-0995-01 SICOS 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Clenziderm Pore Therapy Acne Treatment 20 mg/mL 62032-0612-04 Obagi 148 ml — — FDA listed —
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Triple Action Toner 20 mg/mL 69968-0521-08 Kenvue 237 ml — — FDA listed —
Acne Control Cleanser 20 mg/mL 79903-0339-12 Walmart 355 ml — — FDA listed —
Target Up and Up Salicylic Acid Acne Wash 20 mg/mL 82442-0014-87 TARGET 236.5 ml — — FDA listed —
Replenix Gly-Sal 2-2 20 mg/mL 51326-0925-01 Topiderm, 200 ml — — FDA listed —
Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Sensitive Skin Facial Cleanser Fragrance Free 20 mg/mL 69968-0889-01 Kenvue 14 ml — — FDA listed —
Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Daily Scrub 20 mg/mL 69968-0908-04 Kenvue 124 ml — — FDA listed —
Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control Power Clear Scrub 20 mg/mL 69968-0909-04 Kenvue 125 ml — — FDA listed —
The Inkey List 360 Acne Clearing Serum 20 mg/mL 81136-0028-01 Brand 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Acne Wash 20 mg/mL 63940-0053-54 Harmon 269 ml — — FDA listed —
AGE Bright Clearing Serum 20 mg/mL 68479-0184-00 Dermalogica, 3 ml — — FDA listed —
Clean and Clear Acne Exfoliating Cleanser 20 mg/mL 69968-0822-05 Kenvue 148 ml — — FDA listed —
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Facial Cleanser 20 mg/mL 69968-0926-06 Kenvue 177 ml — — FDA listed —
Neutrogena Evenly Clear Acne Cleanser 20 mg/mL 69968-0942-01 Kenvue 12 tubes — — FDA listed —
pHisoderm Clear Confidence Body Wash 20 mg/mL 10742-1442-01 The 295 ml — — FDA listed —
Phisoderm Anti Blemish Body Wash 20 mg/mL 10742-8451-01 The 295 ml — — FDA listed —
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Facial Cleanser 20 mg/mL 69968-0686-06 Kenvue 177 ml — — FDA listed —
Salicylic acid 20 mg/mL 76162-0414-32 Topco 355 ml — — FDA listed —
e.l.f Skin Acne-Treating Body Mist 20 mg/mL 76354-0418-01 e.l.f. 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Bubble Super Clear Blemish Prevention Serum 20 mg/mL 83509-0001-01 BUBBLE 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Satinique Anti Dandruff Scalp and Hair 20 mg/mL 10056-0536-00 Access 280 ml — — FDA listed —
Kroger Clarify Care Acne Wash 20 mg/mL 30142-0945-77 THE 177 ml — — FDA listed —
Neutrogena All in 1 Acne Control Daily Scrub 20 mg/mL 69968-0092-04 Kenvue 124 ml — — FDA listed —
Neutrogena Body Clear Body Wash 20 mg/mL 69968-0655-09 Kenvue 250 ml — — FDA listed —
Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Foaming Scrub 20 mg/mL 69968-0912-02 Kenvue 59 ml — — FDA listed —
Mara Clear Skin Mineral Milk Acne Treatment 20 mg/mL 81461-0002-00 Mara 30 ml — — FDA listed —
Atrix Antibacterial Wash 20 mg/mL 59088-0445-08 PURETEK 118 ml — — FDA listed —
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Triple Action Toner 20 mg/mL 69968-0925-08 Kenvue 236 ml — — FDA listed —
L BRI Deep Clean Toner 20 mg/mL 71238-0921-00 L'BRI 177 ml — — FDA listed —
Acne Control Cleanser 20 mg/mLthis 51316-0893-01 CVS 237 ml — — 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

🏛️
2026
On the market since
Jul 2026
📍
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 Salicylic Acid (matched by generic name) — the program that covers self-administered drugs. 2 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 Salicylic Acid. 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
$11.2K
Claims incl. refills
43
Beneficiaries
35
Spend / beneficiary
$319.01
Spend / claim
$259.66
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.

🔬 Reported adverse events (FAERS)

Read carefully: FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified. Counts are not incidence, do not establish causation, are subject to reporting bias, and cannot be used to compare one drug to another. Shown for signal context only. Reports for Salicylic Acid — the ingredient across all brands.

Top reported reactions

Dry Skin12,766
Erythema12,318
Acne11,763
Skin Burning Sensation11,557
Skin Irritation7,730
Skin Exfoliation5,759
Rash4,766

Age at onset

Neonate7
Infant1
Child16
Adolescent30
Adult334
Elderly131

Reporter sex

52,595 reports
Male · 27%
Female · 73%
Unknown · 0%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization800
Death632
Life-threatening214
Disabling147
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2019 2021 2023 2026 18,985 0
Most recent year is provisional (FAERS lags ~3 months).
Where does this data come from?
Adverse-event reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) via openFDA. FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified — counts are not incidence and don’t establish causation.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
51316-0893-01 You're viewing this 237 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PUMP (51316-893-01) 2026-07-01 Active

🧭 About this NDC listing & data coverage

Over-the-counter (OTC) product
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 — Not published for this NDC No photo available yet for this listing.
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 FDA registers it as 51316-893-01, 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: 51316-0893-01, written without dashes as 51316089301. 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 51316-0893-01, the first segment (51316) is the labeler code FDA assigned to CVS Health; the middle segment (0893) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (01) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
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 CVS Health. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
CVS Health 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.
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📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL

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🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⚠️ Warnings 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose
🎯 Indications and Usage 13 words ▾

Use(s) •for the treatment of acne •helps prevent new acne blemishes from forming

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 20 words ▾

Directions •use twice daily •wet face, then work product into a lather •massage onto face avoiding the eyes •rinse well

⚠️ Warnings 64 words ▾

Warnings For external use only For external use only. 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 If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) immediately.

🧪 Active Ingredient 5 words ▾

Active ingredient(s) Salicylic Acid 2%

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 52 words ▾

Inactive ingredients water, cocamidopropyl hydroxysultaine, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, glycerin, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, PEG-150 distearate, niacinamide, gluconolactone, PEG-150 pentaerythntyl tetiastearate, ceramide NP, ceramide AP, ceramide EOP, carbomer, calcium gluconate, sodium chloride, sodium benzoate, sodium lauroyl lactylate, cholesterol, phenoxyethanol, disodium EDTA, sodium hyaluronate, phytosphingosine, xanthan gum, PEG-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, ethylhexylglycerin, hectorite, citric acid.

🎯 Purpose 3 words ▾

Purpose Acne Treatment

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