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Viabecline TETRACYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE 30 mg/mL Ointment, 5 mL

by Accuria, LLC · 5 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER (71491-100-00)
NDC 71491-0100-00
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 71491-100-00 billing pads the product segment with a zero
This package
Contains5 mL Pack sizes2 compare ↓
Also comes in: 15 ml 71491-0100-01
OTC On market Non-controlled
🗂️ Data synced Jul 24, 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) 71491-100-00
Product NDC 71491-100
11-digit billing NDC 71491010000
RxCUI 1542813, 1926470
UNII P6R62377KV
Application # M004
SPL Set ID 9fd7041a-6c23-4332-90fe-759bb4aea2ae
Established class (EPC) Tetracycline-class Antimicrobial
Chemical class Tetracyclines
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2017-06-14
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form OINTMENT
Substance TETRACYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE
GCN Seq No 077679
GCN 43776
HICL code 004003
Ingredient (HICL) Tetracycline Hcl
HIC1 code Q
Therapeutic class — broad (HIC1) Ear/Eye/Nose/Rectum/Topical/Vagina/Other
HIC2 code Q5
Therapeutic class — intermediate (HIC2) Agents Acting Principally On The Skin
HIC3 code Q5W
Therapeutic class — specific (HIC3) Topical Antibiotics
AHFS code 08:12.24.00
AHFS class Tetracycline Antibiotics
FDB label name VIABECLINE 3% TOPICAL OINTMENT
FDB brand name Viabecline
Legend status O — Over-the-counter (OTC) drug or device
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 71491-100-00 — 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 → 71491-0100-00. 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 Tetracycline-class Antimicrobial class.

Pharmacologic class Tetracycline-class Antimicrobial
Drug family (ATC) Antiinfectives and antiseptics for local oral treatment, Tetracycline and derivatives, Tetracyclines
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

LabelerAccuria, LLC
FDA applicationM004 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code71491
First marketedJun 2017
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
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

Label name VIABECLINE 3% TOPICAL OINTMENT Ingredient Tetracycline Hcl
📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
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Supplement & herbal interactions

🌿 Drug–supplement interaction checker →
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Nutrient depletion considerations

Tetracycline may be associated with lower levels of 11 nutrients — worth a chat with your pharmacist, not a cause for alarm.

🧪 Full Tetracycline nutrient depletion report →
An association is not a deficiency. Educational only — don't start or stop anything without professional guidance.
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 Q40Q9N063P
    Acetic acid is a weak organic acid commonly used in medicines as a buffer and pH adjuster. It helps maintain the proper acidity level to ensure the drug remains stable and effective in its formulation.
  • UNII PQ6CK8PD0R
    Ascorbic acid, also known as vitamin C, is a white crystalline powder. It serves as an antioxidant to prevent degradation of other ingredients and may also function as a preservative in the formulation.
  • UNII MOR84MUD8E
    Chlorhexidine digluconate is an antimicrobial compound added to some medicines as a preservative to prevent bacterial and fungal growth, extending shelf life and maintaining product safety.
  • UNII 1C6V77QF41
    Cholecalciferol is vitamin D3, a fat-soluble vitamin added to medicines as a nutritional supplement or active ingredient fortification. It helps the body absorb calcium and support bone health.
  • UNII YOW8V9698H
    Dimethyl sulfoxide is a clear liquid solvent derived from wood pulp. In medicines, it helps dissolve or carry active ingredients and improve how the body absorbs the drug.
  • UNII E107L85C40
    Dipropylene glycol is a clear liquid made from propylene glycol. It acts as a solvent and humectant in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and retain moisture in the formulation.
  • 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 4QD397987E
    An amino acid used as a buffer and stabilizer in medications. It helps maintain the pH balance and protects the active drug from breaking down during storage and use.
  • UNII 273FM27VK1
    A plant-derived cellulose compound used as a binder and thickener in medications. It helps hold tablet ingredients together and can increase the thickness of liquid formulations.
  • UNII 70097M6I30
    Magnesium stearate is a salt made from magnesium and stearic acid, a fatty substance. It's used in tablets and capsules as a lubricant and glidant to help ingredients flow smoothly during manufacturing and prevent sticking.
  • UNII A2I8C7HI9T
    Methylparaben is a preservative derived from benzoic acid that prevents growth of bacteria, fungi, and mold in medicines. It extends the product's shelf life and maintains safety during storage.
  • 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.
  • UNII X045WJ989B
    Sorbic acid is a preservative derived from berries that prevents mold, yeast, and bacterial growth in medicines. It keeps the product stable and safe during storage.
  • 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 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.

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

The official label also statesACETIC ACID, ASCORBIC ACID, CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE, CHOLECALCIFEROL, DIMETHYL SULFOXIDE, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, GLUCONO DELTA LACTONE, GLYCERIN, HISTIDINE, HYDROXETHYL-CELLULOSE, MAGNESIUM STEARATE, METHYLPARABEN, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SORBIC ACID, STEARIC ACID, WATER

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.
Try another pack size: 15 ml
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
Vitastem 30 mg/mL 71262-0002-00 ViaDerma 1 bottle — — Discontinued —
Tetracyte Topical Tetracycline Hydrochloride 30 mg/mL 71262-0009-01 VIADERMA 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Tetracyte First Aid and Antibiotic Topical 30 mg/g 71262-0011-01 VIADERMA 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Vitastem First Aid Antibiotic 30 mg/g 71262-0012-01 VIADERMA 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Viabecline 30 mg/mLthis 71491-0100-00 Accuria, 5 ml — — FDA listed —
Honestly Battleborn First Aid for Real Man 30 mg/g 85494-0001-01 HONESTLY 1 bottle — — 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

🏛️
2017
On the market since
Jun 2017
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
9 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.

🔬 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 TETRACYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE — the ingredient across all brands.

Top reported reactions

Nausea208
Diarrhoea169
Vomiting166
Drug Hypersensitivity162
Headache160
Dizziness147
Hypersensitivity140

Reporter sex

0 reports

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization697
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2019 2021 2023 2026 186 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
71491-0100-00 You're viewing this 5 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER (71491-100-00) 2017-06-15 Active
71491-0100-01 15 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER (71491-100-01) 2017-06-15 Active

You're viewing the smallest of 2 pack sizes for this product.

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in NDC 71491-0100-00?
NDC 71491-0100-00 contains 5 mL — 5 ml in 1 bottle, dropper.
What is the difference between NDC 71491-0100-00 and NDC 71491-0100-01?
Both are Viabecline TETRACYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE 30 mg/mL Ointment — the drug itself is identical. NDC 71491-0100-00 is the 5 mL package, while NDC 71491-0100-01 is the 15 ml package.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Viabecline TETRACYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE 30 mg/mL Ointment?
Bill NDC 71491-0100-00 — the 11-digit billing format is 71491010000. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

🧭 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 71491-100-00, 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: 71491-0100-00, written without dashes as 71491010000. 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 71491-0100-00, the first segment (71491) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Accuria, LLC; the middle segment (0100) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (00) 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 Accuria, LLC. 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 1 other package presentation of this same product, including 15 ml (71491-0100-01). 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?
Accuria, LLC 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 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose
🎯 Indications and Usage 14 words ▾

Use First aid to help prevent skin infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 40 words ▾

Directions Clean the affected area Apply a small amount of this product (an amount equal to the surface area of the tip of a finger) on the area 1 to 3 times daily. May be covered with a sterile bandage.

⚠️ Warnings 73 words ▾

Warnings May be harmful if swallowed. For external use only. Do not use if allergic to any ingredient listed on this label. Allergy Alert: Do not use Ask doctor before use if you have Stop use and ask a doctor if the condition persists or gets worse. in the eyes over large areas of the body longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor deep or puncture wounds animal bites serious burns

🧪 Active Ingredient 9 words ▾

Activer Ingredient (in each gram) Tetracycline Hydrochloride 30 mg

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 29 words ▾

Inactive Ingredients ACETIC ACID, ASCORBIC ACID, CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE, CHOLECALCIFEROL, DIMETHYL SULFOXIDE, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, GLUCONO DELTA LACTONE, GLYCERIN, HISTIDINE, HYDROXETHYL-CELLULOSE, MAGNESIUM STEARATE, METHYLPARABEN, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SORBIC ACID, STEARIC ACID, WATER

🎯 Purpose 4 words ▾

Purpose First Aid Antibiotic

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.