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Monat Acne Treatment Benzoyl Peroxide 5 g/100mL Cream, 15 mL

by Monat Global Corp · 15 mL in 1 TUBE (78518-295-01)
NDC 78518-0295-01
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 78518-295-01 billing pads the product segment with a zero
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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⚠️
Other active recalls for Benzoyl Peroxide (different manufacturers) — 1 · tap to view
These affect other manufacturers’ products for the same ingredient — not necessarily the exact NDC on this page.
Class II · Feb 24, 2025 — Chemical Contamination: Presence of benzene. (Denison Pharmaceuticals, LLC) · FDA recall D-0273-2025
Each entry is an official FDA enforcement report — look up any recall number in the FDA recall database ↗

🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 78518-295-01
Product NDC 78518-295
11-digit billing NDC 78518029501
RxCUI 308693
UNII W9WZN9A0GM
Application # M006
SPL Set ID f76eb53e-643d-52cf-e053-6394a90a6e8f
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2023-03-21
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form CREAM
Substance BENZOYL PEROXIDE
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 78518-295-01 — 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 → 78518-0295-01. 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 Peroxides class.

Drug family (ATC) Peroxides
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

LabelerMonat Global Corp
FDA applicationM006 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code78518
First marketedMar 2023
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio5 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 it is MedlinePlus · NLM

Benzoyl peroxide is used to treat mild to moderate acne.

Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗
📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • Most benzoyl peroxide products are used to treat acne — they clear up pimples, blemishes, blackheads, and whiteheads, and help keep new ones from forming. One prescription product,...
  • What exactly is benzoyl peroxide used for?
  • Yes, some dryness, redness, peeling, and mild irritation are very common, especially when you first start. The best strategy is to begin with just once daily and slowly work up to...
  • My skin got really dry and red after I started using it — is that normal?
📖 Read our full Benzoyl Peroxide guide →

Supplement & herbal interactions

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

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

🧪 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 9E8X80D2L0
    A synthetic form of vitamin E used as an antioxidant and preservative in medications. It helps prevent the active ingredients from degrading when exposed to oxygen or light.
  • UNII 4Q93RCW27E
    A synthetic polymer made from acrylic acid that's crosslinked for stability. It acts as a thickener and gelling agent in creams and gels, helping the medicine spread evenly and maintain its texture.
  • UNII 71DD5V995L
    A synthetic polymer derived from acrylic acid, crosslinked to form a gel-like substance. It thickens formulations, improves texture, and helps distribute active ingredients evenly in topical products like creams and gels.
  • 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 08H094218D
    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.
  • UNII XH37TWY5O4
    Fu Ling is a natural fungal substance used in traditional medicine. In pharmaceuticals, it typically acts as a filler and binder to hold tablet ingredients together and add bulk to the formulation.
  • 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 NT00Y05A2V
    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.
  • UNII Q613OCQ44Y
    Isostearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol derived from plant or petroleum sources. It acts as an emollient and thickener in formulations, helping to soften the product and improve texture and stability.
  • 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 50C1307PZG
    Pentylene glycol is a humectant and preservative helper derived from petroleum or plant sources. It draws moisture into the product and helps prevent bacterial growth, keeping medicines stable during storage.
  • UNII 3AW23L82V4
    A natural plant material derived from common reed stems, used as a filler and structural agent to add bulk and help bind ingredients together in solid dosage forms.
  • UNII WZH3C48M4T
    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.
  • 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 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.

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

The official label also statesWater, Isostearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Silica, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Phragmites Communis Extract, Poria Cocos Extract, Niacinamide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Carbomer, Potassium Hydroxide, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA.

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
Proactiv Emergency Blemish Relief 5 g/100g 11410-0012-09 Alchemee, 1 tube — — FDA listed —
ACNE FORTE Acne Treatment Cream 50 mg/mL 52063-0709-00 GSCM 1 jar — — FDA listed —
SERIOUS SKINCARE Continuously Clear Clearz It 50 mg/mL 53755-0392-00 Flageoli 59 ml — — FDA listed —
Breakout Control Bioelements 5 g/100mL 56152-4009-02 Cosmetic 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Dermisa Acne Treatment 5 g/100g 68343-0123-01 Montani 28 g — — FDA listed —
PCA SKIN Acne 5 g/100g 68726-0169-04 CP 1 jar — — FDA listed —
Face Reality 5% Advanced Acne Med 50 mg/mL 70707-0157-01 Face 1 tube — — FDA listed —
MD-Acne Body Acne Treatment 50 mg/mL 71804-0230-06 MD 180 ml — — FDA listed —
MDacne Body Acne Treatment Benzoyl Peroxide 50 mg/mL 71804-0532-00 MDAlgorithms 90 ml — — FDA listed —
MDacne Customized Acne Treatment Benzoyl Peroxide 50 mg/mL 71804-0536-00 MDAlgorithms 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Monat Acne Treatment 5 g/100mLthis 78518-0295-01 Monat 15 ml — — FDA listed —
BLAIR and JACK Anti-Bump Acne Treatment 50 mg/mL 84377-0489-00 Blair 1 jar — — FDA listed —
Clear Med 5% 5 g/100mL 70764-0106-51 CONTROL 1 tube — — FDA listed —
PCA SKIN BPO Cleanser 5 g/100mL 68726-0168-04 CP 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Anti Bac Acne Clearing 5 g/100mL 56152-4012-01 Cosmetic 50 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

🏛️
2023
On the market since
Mar 2023
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
3 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.

📊 Medicare Part D spend CMS · PART D · 2026 (Q1)

Medicare Part D (outpatient prescription) spending for Epsolay (matched by generic name) — the program that covers self-administered drugs. 1 manufacturer.
⚠️ 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 Epsolay. 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
$60.9K
Claims incl. refills
82
Beneficiaries
63
Spend / beneficiary
$967.04
Spend / claim
$742.97
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 Monat Acne Treatment (this brand).

Top reported reactions

Rash92
Erythema70
Pruritus69
Pain65
Fatigue63
Nausea62
Anxiety60

Age at onset

Neonate1
Child2
Adolescent29
Adult146
Elderly22

Reporter sex

1,318 reports
Male · 40%
Female · 59%
Unknown · 1%

Serious outcomes

Life-threatening53
Disabling47
Death47
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2019 2021 2023 2026 162 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
78518-0295-01 You're viewing this 15 mL in 1 TUBE (78518-295-01) 2023-03-21 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 78518-295-01, 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: 78518-0295-01, written without dashes as 78518029501. 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 78518-0295-01, the first segment (78518) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Monat Global Corp; the middle segment (0295) 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 Monat Global Corp. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Monat Global Corp 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 5 words ▾

For the treatment of acne.

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 121 words ▾

Clean skin thoroughly before applying this product. Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily. Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor.

If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day. If going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product. If irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of both products and ask a doctor.

Sensitivity Test for a New User . Apply product sparingly to one or two small affected areas during the first 3 days. If no discomfort occurs, follow the directions stated above.

⚠️ Warnings 122 words ▾

For external use only. Do not use if you have very sensitive skin or are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide. 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 treatment at a time, avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use sunscreen, avoid contact with eyes, lips, and mouth, avoid contact with hair and dyed fabrics, which may be bleached by this product, skin irritation may occur, characterized by redness, burning, itching, peeling, or possibly swelling. Irritation may be reduced by using the product less frequently or in a lower concentration. Stop use and consult with a doctor if irritation becomes severe.

🧪 Active Ingredient 3 words ▾

Benzoyl Peroxide 5%

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 34 words ▾

Water, Isostearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Silica, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Phragmites Communis Extract, Poria Cocos Extract, Niacinamide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Carbomer, Potassium Hydroxide, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA.

🎯 Purpose 2 words ▾

Acne Treatment

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
← 78518-0014-00 · MONAT 78589-0233-02 · Sanvio, →
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.