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NeuroMed FA Benzocaine 20 mg/100mg Cream, 5000 mg — NDC 54723-0722-05 package photo
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NeuroMed FA Benzocaine 20 mg/100mg Cream, 5000 mg — NDC 54723-722-05 (Billing 54723-0722-05)

by Sambria Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · 5000 mg in 1 PACKET

This is a package of 5,000 mg of NeuroMed FA Benzocaine 20 mg/100mg Cream from Sambria Pharmaceuticals, Inc., marketed since Feb 2016 and currently FDA-listed.

NDC 54723-0722-05
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 54723-722-05 billing pads the product segment with a zero
This package
Contains5000 mg Pack sizes3 compare ↓
Product page 54723-0722-03 Also comes in: 1500 mg 54723-722-04 3000 mg 54723-722-03
OTC On market Non-controlled ⇄ Compare with another NDC
🗂️ FDA directory synced Oct 1, 2026 · this listing last changed Oct 2, 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 Benzocaine (different manufacturers) — 6 · tap to view
These affect other manufacturers’ products for the same ingredient — not necessarily the exact NDC on this page.
Class II · May 21, 2026 — Defective container:may contain bottles with incomplete seals (Keystone Industries) · FDA recall D-0602-2026
Class II · May 21, 2026 — Defective container:may contain bottles with incomplete seals (Keystone Industries) · FDA recall D-0605-2026
Class II · May 21, 2026 — Defective container:may contain bottles with incomplete seals (Keystone Industries) · FDA recall D-0601-2026
Class II · May 21, 2026 — Defective container:may contain bottles with incomplete seals (Keystone Industries) · FDA recall D-0603-2026
Class II · May 21, 2026 — Defective container:may contain bottles with incomplete seals (Keystone Industries) · FDA recall D-0604-2026
Class II · May 21, 2026 — Defective container:may contain bottles with incomplete seals (Keystone Industries) · FDA recall D-0606-2026
Each entry is an official FDA enforcement report — look up any recall number in the FDA recall database ↗

Identity & classification

Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package

FDA NDC (as labeled) 54723-722-05
Product NDC 54723-722
11-digit billing NDC 54723072205
RxCUI 723562
UNII U3RSY48JW5
Application # M017
SPL Set ID 97345ed4-51c3-4221-852c-2cd563f33317
Established class (EPC) Standardized Chemical Allergen
Physiologic effect Increased Histamine Release; Cell-mediated Immunity
Chemical class Allergens
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2016-02-01
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form CREAM
Substance BENZOCAINE
Quick answers
  • RxCUI (RxNorm): 723562
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 54723-722-05 — 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 → 54723-0722-05. 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 Standardized Chemical Allergen class.

Pharmacologic class Standardized Chemical Allergen
Drug family (ATC) Local anesthetics, Anesthetics for topical use, Esters of aminobenzoic acid
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.

Clinical

🧪 What is this product?

NeuroMed FA Benzocaine 20 mg/100mg Cream is a topical over-the-counter cream product. It contains benzocaine, a local anesthetic commonly used in topical products to temporarily numb skin and reduce sensation. This product is marketed as an OTC monograph drug, meaning it is sold under FDA's established standards for over-the-counter anesthetic creams rather than as an individually approved application.

Supplement & herbal interactions

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

Dimethylsulfoxide (dmso)Moderate Turpentine OilModerate AlchemillaMinor
🌿 Every supplement checked against Benzocaine (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.

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 gPer 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.
Try another pack size: 1500 mg 3000 mg
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.

Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startMarketing endStatus
54723-0722-05 You're viewing this 5000 mg in 1 PACKET 2017-08-21 — Active
54723-0722-03 54723-722-03 Main listing 3000 mg in 1 PACKET 2016-02-01 — Active
54723-0722-04 54723-722-04 1500 mg in 1 PACKET 2024-07-29 — Active

You're viewing the largest of 3 pack sizes for this product.

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in this package?
This package contains 5000 mg — 5000 mg in 1 packet.
How does this package differ from NDC 54723-0722-04?
Both are NeuroMed FA Benzocaine 20 mg/100mg Cream — the drug itself is identical. This page's package is the 5000 mg one, while NDC 54723-0722-04 is the 1500 mg package.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of NeuroMed FA Benzocaine 20 mg/100mg Cream?
Use the 11-digit billing form listed in the identifiers section of this page. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Painless Tattoo 1 20 g/100mL 54723-0015-01 Sambria 3 ml — — FDA listed —
NeuroMed FA 20 mg/100mgthis 54723-0722-05 Sambria 5000 mg — — FDA listed —
Benzodent .2 g/g 71687-1053-01 Focus 1 tube — — 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

🏛️
2016
On the market since
Feb 2016
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
10 years listed
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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.

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 OZ0E5Y15PZ
    A plant extract from arnica flowers, used as a flavoring agent or fragrance component in medicines. It may also provide mild soothing properties to certain topical formulations.
  • UNII E4F12ROE70
    A refined mineral oil derived from crude petroleum containing 13 to 14 carbon chains. It acts as a solvent, emollient, and carrier in topical formulations to help dissolve active ingredients and improve product texture and spreadability.
  • UNII 8FA93U5T67
    A waxy substance made from plant oils that acts as an emulsifier and thickener. It helps mix oil and water components in the medicine and gives the product a smooth texture.
  • UNII 8QTV3DTT8W
    A natural substance derived from cow cartilage that acts as a binder and thickening agent. It helps hold tablet ingredients together and adds viscosity to liquid formulations.
  • UNII A1A1I8X02B
    A clear liquid solvent derived from ethylene glycol. It helps dissolve active ingredients and improve how the medicine flows and mixes in liquid formulations.
  • UNII 9H4PO4Z4FT
    A sulfur-containing organic compound used as a solvent and penetration enhancer in medicines. It helps dissolve active ingredients and improve their absorption through skin or mucous membranes.
  • 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 344821WD61
    Emu oil is a natural fat derived from emu birds, used in some medicines as an emollient and penetration enhancer to help active ingredients absorb through the skin and soften the formulation.
  • 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 1FW7WLR731
    Glucosamine sulfate is a natural compound derived from shellfish or made in laboratories. In medications, it acts as an active therapeutic ingredient rather than an inactive excipient, though it may also serve as a filler or binder in some 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 8CRQ2TH63M
    Isopropyl palmitate is an oily liquid derived from palm oil. It acts as an emollient and lubricant in medicines, helping soften the skin or improve how the product spreads and flows.
  • UNII Z95S6G8201
    A synthetic surfactant derived from lauryl alcohol and ethylene oxide. It helps dissolve and mix oily and watery ingredients in liquid formulations, and may improve how the medicine spreads or is absorbed.
  • UNII C9H2L21V7U
    A fat derived from coconut or palm oil containing shorter fatty acid chains. It serves as a solvent and carrier to help dissolve or suspend active ingredients, improving absorption and stability in liquid formulations.
  • UNII G43C57162K
    A natural plant extract from tea tree leaves used in topical formulations. It acts as a fragrance, preservative, and antimicrobial agent to help maintain product freshness and sensory appeal.
  • 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 E2KR9C9V2I
    Polyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer used as a thickening agent and binder in medications. It helps create the proper texture and hold ingredients together in the formulation.
  • UNII 7T1F30V5YH
    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.
  • UNII 65UEH262IS
    Safflower oil is a plant-based oil extracted from safflower seeds. It's used in medicines as a solvent and carrier to help dissolve or suspend active ingredients, and sometimes as an emollient to improve texture.
  • UNII 4ELV7Z65AP
    Stearic acid is a fatty acid derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as a binder and lubricant in tablets and capsules, helping them hold together and flow smoothly during manufacturing.
  • UNII 9O3K93S3TK
    Trolamine is an alkaline compound used as a pH buffer and emulsifier in medicines. It helps neutralize acids, stabilize formulations, and enable mixing of oil and water-based ingredients.
  • 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.

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

The official label also statesAqua (Deionized Water), Arnica Montana Flower Extract, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearetj-25, Chondroitin Sulfate, Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate, Emu Oil, Ethoxydiglycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glucosamine Sulfate, Glycerin, Isopropyl Palmitate, Laureth-7, Melaleuca alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Methylfulfonylmenthane (MSM), Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylamide, Polysorbate-20, Safflower Oil, Stearic Acid, Triethanolamine

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.

Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerSambria Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
FDA applicationM017 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code54723
First marketedFeb 2016
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio2 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.

FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official Drug Facts labeling, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⚠️ Warnings 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose 📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 📄 Other Information 📄 Questions or Comments 📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel
🎯 Indications and Usage 13 words ▾

​Uses For temporary relief of pain and itching due to minor skin irritation.

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 29 words ▾

​Directions For adults and children two-years or older: Apply to affected area not more then 3 or 4 times daily. Children under 2 years of age: consult a physician.

⚠️ Warnings 9 words ▾

​Warnings ​For external use only Avoid contact with eyes

🧪 Active Ingredient 5 words ▾

​Active Ingredients Benzocaine 20.0% w/w

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 45 words ▾

​Inactive Ingredients Aqua (Deionized Water), Arnica Montana Flower Extract, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearetj-25, Chondroitin Sulfate, Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate, Emu Oil, Ethoxydiglycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glucosamine Sulfate, Glycerin, Isopropyl Palmitate, Laureth-7, Melaleuca alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Methylfulfonylmenthane (MSM), Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylamide, Polysorbate-20, Safflower Oil, Stearic Acid, Triethanolamine

🎯 Purpose 3 words ▾

​Purpose External Analgesic

📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 31 words ▾

​Stop use and ask doctor if ​ • Condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more then 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days. Discontinue use.

📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 23 words ▾

​Keep out of reach of children ​ • If product is swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

📄 Other Information 11 words ▾

​Other Information Protect this product from excessive heat or direct sun.

📄 Questions or Comments 9 words ▾

​Questions or Comments? FDA Registered: NDC No. 54723-668-03 800-759-6876

📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel 5 words ▾

Product label Packet die cut

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

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 Benzocaine — the ingredient across all brands.

Top reported reactions

Methaemoglobinaemia175
Dyspnoea103
Nausea84
Drug Hypersensitivity75
Asthenia74
Pain74
Vomiting65

Age at onset

Neonate7
Infant3
Child6
Adolescent4
Adult128
Elderly59

Reporter sex

1,507 reports
Male · 37%
Female · 63%
Unknown · 1%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization583
Life-threatening184
Death135
Disabling73
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2019 2021 2023 2026 129 24
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.

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 ✓ 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 "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 form printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed is the one the FDA registered. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero and the dashes are dropped. The Identity section at the top of this page lists each form of this code.
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 Sambria Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Does this product come in other package sizes?
Yes — the FDA directory lists 2 other package presentations of this same product, including 1500 mg (54723-0722-04), 3000 mg (54723-0722-03). Each has its own NDC and its own page — see the package list near the top of this page.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Sambria Pharmaceuticals, 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 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.
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.
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For educational and professional reference only — not medical advice. Pricing reflects published NADAC and CMS ASP (free public data) and may differ from your acquisition cost; always verify before billing or dispensing.