RFA Clear and Calm Balancing Serum Salicylic Acid 19 mg/mL Liquid
🆔 Identity & classification
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🏷️ RxNorm drug class
This medicine belongs to the Salicylic acid and derivatives class.
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🏭 Manufacturer & labeler
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🩺 Clinical
RFA Clear and Calm Balancing Serum is an over-the-counter liquid applied to the skin that contains salicylic acid. Salicylic acid is commonly used in topical skincare products as an exfoliant and is typically intended to help reduce oil and unclog pores on the skin. This product is marketed under the FDA's over-the-counter drug monograph rules for its category.
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🧪 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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Aloe vera leaf juice is a clear gel extracted from aloe vera plant leaves. It's used in medicines as a lubricant, emollient, and preservative to soothe skin contact and help keep the product stable.
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Rosewood oil is a fragrant plant extract used as a flavoring agent and fragrance component in medicines. It helps mask unpleasant tastes or odors in the medication.
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Caffeine is a natural stimulant compound commonly extracted from coffee beans and tea leaves. In medicines, it serves as an active booster in pain relievers and cold products to enhance alertness and improve the effectiveness of other ingredients.
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Carrageenan is a natural thickener and stabilizer extracted from red seaweed. It's used in medicines to create gel-like textures, improve consistency, and help keep ingredients from separating during storage.
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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.
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A plant extract from the flowering tops of narrow-leaf willowherb. It's used as a natural flavor and botanical ingredient to add taste and plant-derived components to the medicine.
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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.
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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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A plant extract from green tea leaves. It's used as an antioxidant ingredient to help preserve the medicine and maintain its stability during storage.
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A liquid extract from witch hazel plant leaves and twigs. It's used in topical products as an astringent agent and to help deliver other active ingredients into the skin.
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A plant extract from the houttuynia cordata flower, traditionally used in Asian medicine. In formulations, it may serve as a natural flavoring, coloring, or active botanical ingredient carrier.
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A modified corn starch where some starch molecules have hydroxypropyl groups attached. It's used as a binder and disintegrant to help hold tablet ingredients together and allow the tablet to break apart properly when swallowed.
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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.
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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.
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A synthetic emulsifier derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and keeps them from separating in liquid formulations.
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Potassium hydroxide is a strong alkaline chemical used in medicines to adjust and maintain the pH level of liquid formulations, helping keep the product stable and the active ingredients effective.
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Potassium sorbate is a salt derived from sorbic acid, a naturally occurring preservative. It prevents growth of mold, yeast, and some bacteria, extending the medicine's shelf life.
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A plant extract from white willow bark. It's used as a natural flavoring agent and may help preserve the medicine by providing mild antioxidant properties in the formulation.
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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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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.
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💲 Pricing
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| Price system | Per mL | 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. | |
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🔁 Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| RFA Clear and Calm Balancing Serum 19 mg/mLthis 51326-0133-30 | Topiderm, | 1 bottle | — | — | 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 |
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| 51326-0133-30 You're viewing this | 1 BOTTLE in 1 BOX (51326-133-30) / 30 mL in 1 BOTTLE | 2026-07-28 | Active |
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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. |
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🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses Skin cleanser for the treatment of acne.
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions Dispense 1-2 pumps for the full face. Use 1-2 times daily or as directed. Store at room temperature.
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings For External use only Keep away from eyes, lips, and mouth. Using other topical medications, while using this product or immediately thereafter, may increase dryness or irritation. If this occurs discontinue use and see your doctor.
Keep out of the reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center. Sunscreen use is recommended with any glycolic acid product and for an additional week thereafter because some individuals may be more sensitive to sunlight.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredient Salicylic Acid USP, 1.9%
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients Purified Water, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice*, Glycerin, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate (Sugar Starch), Aniba Rosaeodora (Rosewood) Wood Oil, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract*, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Epilobium Angustifolium (Canadian Willowherb) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Potassium Hydroxide, Polysorbate 20, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Carrageenan, Potassium Sorbate, Caffeine, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin.
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Acne medication