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CVS Health SPF 70 Beach Guard Sun Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate, Octocrylene, Oxybenzone 45 mg/mL; 50 mg/mL; 100 mg/mL; 30 mg/mL; 40 mg/mL Lotion, 198 mL — NDC 69842-0148-27 package photo

CVS Health SPF 70 Beach Guard Sun Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate, Octocrylene, Oxybenzone 45 mg/mL; 50 mg/mL; 100 mg/mL; 30 mg/mL; 40 mg/mL Lotion, 198 mL

by CVS Pharmacy · 198 mL in 1 BOTTLE (69842-148-27)
NDC 69842-0148-27
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 69842-148-27 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) 69842-148-27
Product NDC 69842-148
11-digit billing NDC 69842014827
UNII 5A68WGF6WM, 4X49Y0596W, V06SV4M95S, G63QQF2NOX, 95OOS7VE0Y
Application # M020
SPL Set ID 4adbd66a-6b38-046d-e054-00144ff8d46c
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2014-10-03
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form LOTION
Substance OCTOCRYLENE; OCTISALATE; HOMOSALATE; AVOBENZONE; OXYBENZONE
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 69842-148-27 — 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 → 69842-0148-27. 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

LabelerCVS Pharmacy
FDA applicationM020 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code69842
First marketedOct 2014
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio550 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 lotion sunscreen marketed as an over-the-counter product under FDA's monograph rules for sunscreen drugs. It contains five UV filters (avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene, and oxybenzone) that are typically used together to absorb and scatter ultraviolet radiation from the sun. Products with this combination of ingredients are commonly applied to skin to help protect against sun exposure. The lotion form is designed for topical application to the body.

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.

🧪 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 LKG8494WBH
    Benzyl alcohol is a clear liquid used as a preservative and solvent in medicines. It helps prevent bacterial and fungal growth and dissolves other ingredients to create uniform liquid formulations.
  • UNII 7K68DGG29P
    A synthetic resin made from multiple acrylic compounds. It forms a flexible film coating on tablets or capsules to control how fast the medicine dissolves and releases its active ingredients in your digestive system.
  • UNII V5RS026Q0H
    A synthetic polymer made by combining several plastic-like compounds. It forms a protective coating on tablets or capsules to control where and when the medicine dissolves in the digestive system.
  • UNII 2EH13UN8D3
    A synthetic compound used as a solvent and penetration enhancer in topical formulations. It helps dissolve active ingredients and allows them to penetrate the skin more effectively.
  • UNII 00YIU5438U
    Caprylyl glycol is a clear liquid derived from coconut oil. In medicines, it acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a preservative booster to prevent microbial growth, and a solvent to help dissolve or mix other ingredients.
  • UNII 5L694Y0T22
    A silicone-based lubricant derived from cetyl alcohol and dimethicone. It reduces friction between tablet particles and equipment surfaces, helping pills slide smoothly during manufacturing and making them easier to swallow.
  • UNII I670DAL4SZ
    A preservative that fights bacteria and fungi. It keeps medicines and topical products stable and safe from microbial contamination during storage and use.
  • UNII 92RU3N3Y1O
    Dimethicone is a silicone-based oil that acts as an anti-foaming agent and lubricant in medicines. It reduces gas bubbles in liquid formulations and helps coat and protect the stomach lining when ingested.
  • UNII 9G1OE216XY
    Docosanol is a waxy, fatty alcohol derived from plant sources. It acts as an emollient and thickener in topical medicines, helping to soften the skin and improve product texture and stability.
  • UNII 7FLD91C86K
    Edetate disodium is a chemical compound that binds and removes certain metal ions. In medicines, it acts as a preservative and stabilizer by preventing metals like calcium from interfering with the product's shelf life and consistency.
  • UNII EG3PA2K3K5
    Ethylhexyl stearate is a waxy oil made from stearic acid and ethylhexyl alcohol. In medicines, it acts as an emollient and thickener to improve texture and help the product spread smoothly on skin or dissolve properly.
  • 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 RD25J5V947
    A waxy mixture derived from vegetable oils and polyethylene glycol that helps emulsify and blend oil-based and water-based ingredients. It's used in creams and lotions to create a smooth, uniform texture and improve product stability.
  • UNII 03KCY6P7UT
    A waxy compound derived from cetyl alcohol and phosphoric acid. It acts as an emulsifier to help blend oil and water ingredients, and as a thickener to give the medicine its proper texture and consistency.
  • UNII 6DC9Q167V3
    Propylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or vegetable sources. It acts as a solvent, humectant, and preservative in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and maintain product stability.
  • UNII ETJ7Z6XBU4
    Silicon dioxide is a naturally occurring mineral used as a glidant and anti-caking agent. It helps powder ingredients flow smoothly and prevents clumping during manufacturing and storage.
  • UNII 285CYO341L
    Sodium polyacrylate is a synthetic polymer that absorbs and holds water. In medicines, it acts as a disintegrant, helping tablets break apart quickly in the stomach, and as a binder, holding tablet ingredients together.
  • UNII 3T5PCR2H0C
    A synthetic detergent and emulsifier made from plant-derived materials. It helps mix oil and water components together and improves how the medicine spreads or absorbs in the body.
  • UNII 9G1ZW13R0G
    A silicone-based polymer that reduces surface tension and improves how liquid medicines spread and are absorbed. It acts as a wetting agent and surfactant in topical formulations.
  • 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 7G1J5DA97F
    White wax is a refined, bleached plant-based or mineral wax that serves as a coating and hardening agent in medicines. It helps control how fast the drug dissolves and improves the product's texture and appearance.
  • 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.

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

The official label also statesWater, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Dimethicone, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Benzyl Alcohol, Silica, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Trisiloxane, Cetyl Dimethicone, Beeswax, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Polyacrylate, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Trideceth-6, Disodium EDTA, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Fragrance, Propylene Glycol.

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 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.
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
CVS Health SPF 70 Beach Guard Sun 45 mg/mL; 50 mg/mL; 100 mg/mL; 30 mg/mL; 40 mg/mLthis 69842-0148-27 CVS 198 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

🏛️
2014
On the market since
Oct 2014
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
12 years listed
🔒
·
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.

🔬 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 Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate, Octocrylene, Oxybenzone — the ingredient across all brands.

Top reported reactions

Fatigue16
Dyspnoea15
Dizziness12
Headache12
Anxiety11
Chronic Kidney Disease11
Constipation11

Age at onset

Child2
Adult18
Elderly21

Reporter sex

244 reports
Male · 32%
Female · 68%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization50
Life-threatening8
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2019 2021 2023 2026 12 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
69842-0148-27 You're viewing this 198 mL in 1 BOTTLE (69842-148-27) 2014-10-03 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 ✓ 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 FDA registers it as 69842-148-27, 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: 69842-0148-27, written without dashes as 69842014827. 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 69842-0148-27, the first segment (69842) is the labeler code FDA assigned to CVS Pharmacy; the middle segment (0148) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (27) 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 Pharmacy. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
CVS Pharmacy 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.

📄 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 📦 Storage and Handling 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose
🎯 Indications and Usage 30 words ▾

Uses helps prevent sunburn if used as directed with other sun protection measures (see ​Directions ​), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 100 words ▾

Directions • apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure reapply: • after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating • immediately after towel drying • at least every 2 hours • children under 6 months: Ask a doctor Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: • limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. • wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses

⚠️ Warnings 5 words ▾

Warnings ​For external use only

📦 Storage and Handling 25 words ▾

Other information • protect the product in this container from excessive heat and direct sun • may stain or damage some fabrics, materials or surfaces

🧪 Active Ingredient 12 words ▾

Active ingredients Avobenzone 3.0%, Homosalate 10.0%, Octisalate 5.0%, Octocrylene 4.5%, Oxybenzone 4.0%

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 46 words ▾

Inactive ingredients Water, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Dimethicone, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Benzyl Alcohol, Silica, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Trisiloxane, Cetyl Dimethicone, Beeswax, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Polyacrylate, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Trideceth-6, Disodium EDTA, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Fragrance, Propylene Glycol.

🎯 Purpose 2 words ▾

Purpose Sunscreen

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