meijer therapeutic t plus plus tar gel dandruff Anti-dandruff, anti-seborrheic dermatitis, anti-psoriasis COAL 5 mg/mL Shampoo, 473 mL — NDC 79481-0083-1 (Billing 79481-0083-01)
This is a package of 473 mL of meijer therapeutic t plus plus tar gel dandruff Anti-dandruff, anti-seborrheic dermatitis, anti-psoriasis COAL 5 mg/mL Shampoo from Meijer Distribution, Inc, marketed since Feb 2024 and currently FDA-listed. It is the main listing for this product, which comes in 2 package sizes.
NDC database record
One package, one record: these facts belong to NDC 79481-0083-1 alone.
- Record
- FDA NDC Directory package listing · Human OTC drug
- Code segments
- 79481 labeler · 0083 product · 1 package
- Package marketed since
- Feb 12, 2024
- Sample package
- No — commercial package
- Listing certified through
- Dec 31, 2026
- Barcode (UPC-A, from the NDC)
- 3 7948100831 8
- FDA record last changed
- Jul 24, 2026
Identity & classification
Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package
- RxCUI (RxNorm): 309381
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 8, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 8, 2026
- RxNorm (NLM RxNav) · catalog refreshed Oct 8, 2026
- Medi-Span GPI (licensed)
- First Databank (licensed) · refreshed Oct 8, 2026
Clinical
- It relieves the itching, scaling, flaking and redness of psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff. Which of these a product treats depends on the brand, so check your package....
- It depends on the product. Most coal tar shampoos say to use them at least twice a week, leaving the lather on for several minutes. Some ointments, gels and lotions can be used one...
- Be careful. Coal tar can make you more likely to sunburn for up to 24 hours after you apply it. Cover up and limit sun exposure during that time.
- Don't combine it with light therapy or prescription psoriasis medicines unless your doctor says it's okay. Check with me or your doctor first if you're not sure.
Patient education
Supplement & herbal interactions
Where does this data come from?
- MedlinePlus (NLM) · refreshed Oct 8, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 8, 2026
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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 system | Per g | Per 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. | |
Where does this data come from?
- CMS NADAC weekly file
- CMS ASP pricing files · refreshed Sep 20, 2026
- CMS Medicaid State Drug Utilization Data · refreshed Oct 9, 2026
- CMS Part D plan pricing files · refreshed Sep 24, 2026
- VA National Acquisition Center price file
Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Marketing end | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79481-0083-01 You're viewing this Main listing | 473 mL in 1 BOTTLE | 2024-02-12 | — | Active |
| 79481-0083-02 79481-0083-2 | 251 mL in 1 BOTTLE | 2024-02-12 | — | Active |
You're viewing the largest of 2 pack sizes for this product.
Pack size FAQ
What quantity is in this package?
How does this package differ from NDC 79481-0083-02?
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of meijer therapeutic t plus plus tar gel dandruff Anti-dandruff, anti-seborrheic dermatitis, anti-psoriasis COAL 5 mg/mL Shampoo?
Therapeutic equivalents
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 8, 2026
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
- CMS NADAC weekly file
Availability & generic status
We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.
Where does this data come from?
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
What it looks like
Where does this data come from?
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 8, 2026
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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UNII 2968PHW8QP
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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UNII 5OCF3O11KX
A plant-derived surfactant made from coconut oil. It helps mix oil and water ingredients together in the formulation and can improve how the medicine spreads or feels on the skin.
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UNII C80684146D
A foaming agent and thickener derived from coconut oil. It helps create a smooth texture and stable foam in liquid or semi-solid medicines, improving how the product feels and applies.
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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.
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UNII H3R47K3TBD
FD&C Blue No. 1 is a synthetic blue dye approved for use in foods and medicines. It serves as a colorant to give the medication its distinctive appearance and help with product identification.
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UNII WZB9127XOA
A synthetic red dye used to color medications and make them easier to identify. It serves as a colorant in tablets, capsules, and liquid formulations.
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UNII I753WB2F1M
FD&C Yellow No. 5 is a synthetic yellow colorant approved by the FDA. It is added to medicines to make pills, tablets, or liquids visually distinct and easier to identify.
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UNII H77VEI93A8
A synthetic yellow dye used to color medications. It helps identify the drug and make it visually distinctive, with no effect on how the medicine works.
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UNII 6HQ855798J
Laureth-4 is a synthetic detergent made from lauryl alcohol and ethylene oxide. It acts as an emulsifier and solubilizer, helping blend oil and water-based ingredients and improve how the body absorbs the active drug.
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UNII DEL7T5QRPN
A synthetic preservative that kills bacteria and fungi. It's added to medications to prevent microbial growth and extend shelf life, especially in liquid or topical formulations.
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UNII 229D0E1QFA
Methylisothiazolinone is a synthetic chemical preservative that prevents bacterial and fungal growth in liquid medicines and topical products. It helps keep the medication safe and extends shelf life during storage.
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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.
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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.
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UNII 451W47IQ8X
Sodium chloride is common table salt. It's used in medicines as a buffer to maintain proper pH, as a filler to add bulk, or to adjust the osmotic balance in liquid formulations.
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UNII 368GB5141J
A detergent and foaming agent derived from coconut or palm oil. In medications, it helps break down and mix oil and water-based ingredients, aids in tablet disintegration, and improves how the drug dissolves and spreads in the mouth or digestive system.
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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.
Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.
Where does this data come from?
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.- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 8, 2026
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 8, 2026
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Manufacturer & labeler
More NDCs from Meijer Distribution, Inc labeler code 79481
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Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 8, 2026
- Drugs@FDA
FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Use controls the symptom of: dandruff seborrheic dermatitis psoriasis
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions for best results use at least twice a week or as directed by a doctor wet hair thoroughly massage shampoo into the scalp lather, leave on hair and scalp for several minutes. rinse and repeat
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings For external use only. Ask a doctor before use if you have a condition that covers a large area of the body. When using this product avoid contact with the eyes.
If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water use caution in exposing skin to sunlight after applying this product. It may increase your tendency to sunburn for up to 24 hours after application. do not use for prolonged periods without consulting a doctor. do not use this product with other forms of psoriasis therapy such as ultraviolet radiation or prescription drugs unless directed to do so by a doctor. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed.
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
📦 Storage and Handling ▾
Other information store away from direct sunlight in rare instances, discoloration of gray, blonde, bleached or tinted hair may occur
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredient Solubilized Coal Tar Extract 2.50% (Coal Tar, 0.50%)
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients water, sodium laureth sulfate, cocamide MEA, cocamidopropyl betaine, laureth-4, fragrance, polysorbate 20, citric acid, sodium chloride, disodium EDTA, phenoxyethanol, methylchloroisothiazolinone, methylisothiazolinone, red 40, blue 1, yellow 5, yellow 6.
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Anti-dandruff, anti-seborrheic dermatitis, anti-psoriasis
📄 Ask a Doctor Before Use If ▾
Ask a doctor before use if you have a condition that covers a large area of the body.
📄 When Using This Product ▾
When using this product avoid contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water use caution in exposing skin to sunlight after applying this product. It may increase your tendency to sunburn for up to 24 hours after application. do not use for prolonged periods without consulting a doctor. do not use this product with other forms of psoriasis therapy such as ultraviolet radiation or prescription drugs unless directed to do so by a doctor.
📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If ▾
Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed.
📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children ▾
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
📄 Questions or Comments ▾
Questions or comments? 1-888-567-8600
📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel ▾
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 473 mL Bottle Label NDC 79481-0083-1 meijer ® THERAPEUTIC t+plus tar gel dandruff shampoo ORIGINAL STRENGTH COAL TAR 0.50% CONTROLS THE SYMPTOMS OF DANDRUFF, SEBORRHEIC DERMATITIS AND PSORIASIS FOR THE RELIEF OF SCALP ITCHING AND FLAKING DMDM-FREE 16 FL OZ (473 mL) 05-2849C PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 473 mL Bottle Label
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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. |
| 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. |