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Hydrocortisone 10 mg/mL Spray, 74 mL — NDC 79481-9967-1 (Billing 79481-9967-01)

by Meijer Distribution Inc. · 74 mL in 1 BOTTLE, SPRAY

This is a package of 74 mL of Hydrocortisone 10 mg/mL Spray from Meijer Distribution Inc., marketed since Dec 2024 and currently FDA-listed. It is this product's only package size.

NDC 79481-9967-01
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 79481-9967-1 billing pads the package segment with a zero
OTC On market Non-controlled ⇄ Compare with another NDC
🗂️ FDA directory synced Oct 8, 2026 · this listing last changed Jul 24, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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NDC database record

One package, one record: these facts belong to NDC 79481-9967-1 alone.

Record
FDA NDC Directory package listing · Human OTC drug
Code segments
79481 labeler · 9967 product · 1 package
Package marketed since
Dec 9, 2024
Sample package
No — commercial package
Listing certified through
Dec 31, 2026
Barcode (UPC-A, from the NDC)
3 7948199671 4
FDA record last changed
Jul 24, 2026

Identity & classification

Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package

FDA NDC (as labeled) 79481-9967-1
Product NDC 79481-9967
11-digit billing NDC 79481996701
RxCUI 317564
UNII WI4X0X7BPJ
Application # M017
SPL Set ID 28daaf97-b0b3-7a54-e063-6294a90a23f1
Established class (EPC) Corticosteroid
Mechanism of action Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonists
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2024-12-09
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form SPRAY
Substance HYDROCORTISONE
Quick answers
  • RxCUI (RxNorm): 317564
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 79481-9967-1 — a 5-4-1 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 package segment → 79481-9967-01. 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 Corticosteroid class.

Pharmacologic class Corticosteroid
Drug family (ATC) Corticosteroids, moderately potent (group II), Corticosteroids, potent (group III), Corticosteroids for local oral treatment
How it works Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonists
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

📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • It depends on the product. Tablets and oral granules are used for adrenal insufficiency, among other conditions. Injections are used for severe allergic states and skin diseases. R...
  • Don't stop it suddenly if you take it for adrenal insufficiency. Stopping abruptly can cause adrenal crisis, which can be fatal. Talk to your prescriber before making any changes.
  • Common ones are fluid retention, higher blood pressure, changes in blood sugar, mood changes, bigger appetite and weight gain. Call your doctor for signs of infection, vision chang...
  • Grapefruit juice and some antifungals and antibiotics can raise hydrocortisone levels. Some seizure medicines and rifampicin can lower them. Tell me about any diabetes medicines, w...
📖 Read our full Hydrocortisone guide →

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.

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 mLPer 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.

Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startMarketing endStatus
79481-9967-01 You're viewing this Main listing 74 mL in 1 BOTTLE, SPRAY 2024-12-09 — Active

Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Anti Itch 1 g/100g 00363-9801-01 Walgreens 1 can — — FDA listed —
Rite Aid Cortisone 1 g/100g 11822-0113-03 Rite 85 g — — FDA listed —
Cooling Itch Relief 1 g/100g 13709-0310-01 NeilMed 85 g — — FDA listed —
Anti Itch 1 g/100g 13709-0327-01 Neilmed 1 can — — FDA listed —
Kroger Anti Itch 1 g/100g 30142-0270-03 The 85 g — — FDA listed —
Cortizone 10 Fast Acting Itch Relief Cooling 1 g/100g 41167-0343-00 Chattem, 76 g — — FDA listed —
Instant Cooling Itch Relief 10 mg/g 51316-0388-03 CVS 85 g — — FDA listed —
American Red Cross Anti-Itch 1 g/100g 51628-4527-01 MY 141 g — — FDA listed —
Hydrocortisone 1.13 g/113g 56104-0250-00 Premier 113 g — — FDA listed —
DCH Labs Cortisone 1 g/100g 72839-0113-03 Derma 85 g — — FDA listed —
American Red Cross Anti-Itch 1 g/100g 75742-0070-01 Zhejiang 141 g — — FDA listed —
Pediadermics Eczema 2 1.12 g/112g 76348-0585-04 RENU 112 g — — FDA listed —
Hydrocortisone 10 mg/mLthis 79481-9967-01 Meijer 74 ml — — FDA listed —
Equate Cortisone 1 g/100g 79903-0213-03 Walmart 85 g — — FDA listed —
Hydrocortisone 10 mg/mL 81522-0914-01 FSA 74 ml — — FDA listed —
Marie Originals Medicated Outdoor Anti Itch 10 mg/mL 87541-0321-86 Marie's 177 ml — — FDA listed —
Marie Originals Medicated Outdoor Anti Itch 10 mg/mL 87541-0031-63 Marie's 177 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

🏛️
2024
On the market since
Dec 2024
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
2 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.

🧪 Avoiding an ingredient? See Hydrocortisone inactive ingredients by manufacturer: every current product's list side by side, so you can ask your pharmacy for the version that does not list it.

💡 Tap an ingredient (hover on desktop) to see what it is and why it’s used.

  • UNII 3K9958V90M
    A liquid solvent derived from fermentation or chemical synthesis. In medicines, alcohol dissolves active ingredients, helps preserve the product, and improves how the body absorbs certain drugs.
  • 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.
  • 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 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 2BF9E65L7I
    A chemical compound combining menthol with lactic acid. It's used in medicines as a flavoring agent and to provide a cooling or soothing sensation on the skin or mouth.
  • UNII J3QD0LD11P
    A synthetic compound made by combining glucose with methyl alcohol and polyethylene glycol. It acts as an emulsifier and solvent to help blend water and oil-based ingredients and improve how the medicine dissolves or spreads.
  • UNII Z6J799EAJK
    Oat is a cereal grain used in medicines as a filler and binder. It helps give the medication its shape and structure while adding bulk to the formulation.
  • UNII B697894SGQ
    Polyethylene glycol 400 is a clear, thick liquid made from petroleum-derived polymers. It acts as a solvent and humectant in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and retain moisture in the formulation.
  • UNII 5965N8W85T
    Propanediol is a clear liquid organic compound derived from vegetable sources or synthesized chemically. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a solvent to dissolve active ingredients, and a preservative booster in liquid medications and supplements.
  • UNII 1Q73Q2JULR
    Sodium citrate is a salt derived from citric acid. It works as a buffer to maintain the medicine's pH level and may also help improve taste or act as a preservative in the formulation.
  • 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.

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

The official label also statesSD ALCOHOL 40-B, WATER, GLYCERIN, PEG-8, ETHOXYDIGLYCOL, MENTHYL LACTATE, METHYL GLUCETH-20, AVENA SATIVA (OAT) KERNEL EXTRACT, PROPANEDIOL, SODIUM CITRATE, CITRIC ACID.

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

LabelerMeijer Distribution Inc.
FDA applicationM017 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code79481
First marketedDec 2024
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio37 products on file

More NDCs from Meijer Distribution Inc. labeler code 79481

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 💬 Information for Patients 📄 Do Not Use 📄 When Using This Product 📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 📄 Questions or Comments 📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel
🎯 Indications and Usage 49 words ▾

Uses for the temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to: eczema insect bites poison ivy poison oak poison sumac soaps detergents cosmetics jewelry seborrheic dermatitis psoriasis other uses of this product should be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 33 words ▾

Directions adults and children 2 years of age and older: spray affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily children under 2 years of age: do not use, consult a doctor

⚠️ Warnings 95 words ▾

Warnings For external use only. Flammable: Keep away from fire or flame. Do not use for the treatment of diaper rash.

Consult a doctor. When using this product avoid contact with the eyes Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, and do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have consulted a doctor Keep out of the reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

🧪 Active Ingredient 4 words ▾

Active ingredient Hydrocortisone 1%

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 23 words ▾

Inactive ingredients SD ALCOHOL 40-B, WATER, GLYCERIN, PEG-8, ETHOXYDIGLYCOL, MENTHYL LACTATE, METHYL GLUCETH-20, AVENA SATIVA (OAT) KERNEL EXTRACT, PROPANEDIOL, SODIUM CITRATE, CITRIC ACID.

🎯 Purpose 2 words ▾

Purpose Anti-itch

💬 Information for Patients 26 words ▾

Other Information store at 20 o to 25 o C (68 o to 77 o F) shake well before use pump must be primed before use

📄 Do Not Use 12 words ▾

Do not use for the treatment of diaper rash. Consult a doctor.

📄 When Using This Product 9 words ▾

When using this product avoid contact with the eyes

📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 42 words ▾

Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, and do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have consulted a doctor

📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 20 words ▾

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

📄 Questions or Comments 4 words ▾

Questions ? Call 1-866-964-0939

📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel 49 words ▾

Principal Display Panel MAXIMUM STRENGTH Hydrocortisone 1%/ Anti-Itch Spray COMPARE TO CORTIZONE-10 ACTIVE INGREDIENT RELIEVES ITCHING FROM MINOR SKIN IRRITATION & RASHES DUE TO INSECT BITES & POSION IVY, OAK & SUMAC Ozone-Friendly, Non-Aerosol Calms Irritated Skin No-Touch & No-Mess Shake Well

2.5FL. 0Z. (74 mL) meijer label

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

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

Medicare Part D (outpatient prescription) spending for Hydrocortisone — the program that covers self-administered drugs. 17 manufacturers.
⚠️ 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 Hydrocortisone. 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
$19.92M
Claims incl. refills
699.9K
Beneficiaries
529.9K
Spend / beneficiary
$37.60
Spend / claim
$28.47
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 Hydrocortisone 1% — the ingredient across all brands.

Top reported reactions

Fatigue5,924
Condition Aggravated5,460
Nausea4,999
Rash4,915
Diarrhoea4,454
Headache4,430
Pain4,423

Age at onset

Neonate332
Infant314
Child1,040
Adolescent684
Adult7,952
Elderly3,427

Reporter sex

0 reports
Male · 42%
Female · 58%
Unknown · 0%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization28,452
Death9,799
Disabling5,611
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2019 2021 2023 2026 5,495 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.

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 Meijer Distribution Inc.. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Meijer Distribution 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.