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5 Percent Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser 50 mg/mL Gel

by Brand Evangelists for Beauty Limited · 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON (81136-023-01) / 150 mL in 1 TUBE
NDC 81136-0023-01
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 81136-023-01 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) 81136-023-01
Product NDC 81136-023
11-digit billing NDC 81136002301
RxCUI 308696
UNII W9WZN9A0GM
Application # M006
SPL Set ID e82469e2-606a-4263-9aaa-08596b59ff6b
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2022-08-24
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form GEL
Substance BENZOYL PEROXIDE
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 81136-023-01 — 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 → 81136-0023-01. 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

LabelerBrand Evangelists for Beauty Limited
FDA applicationM006 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code81136
First marketedAug 2022
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio3 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 Q7UI015FF9
    A synthetic polymer material used as a thickener and stabilizer in liquid formulations. It helps create the right texture and prevents separation of ingredients in medicines and topical products.
  • UNII 132584PQMO
    A synthetic polymer used as a thickening agent and stabilizer in gels and creams. It helps create the product's texture, keeps ingredients evenly mixed, and improves how the medicine spreads on skin.
  • UNII Z17H97EA6Y
    A plant-derived mild cleanser made from natural sugars and oils. It acts as an emulsifier and surfactant to help mix water and oil-based ingredients together in the medicine.
  • 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 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 YSE9PPT4TH
    Hyaluronate sodium is a natural carbohydrate that holds moisture. It's used in medicines as a lubricant, thickener, and moisture-retaining agent to improve texture and delivery of the active ingredient.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 IQ398K5X8M
    A synthetic detergent derived from lauric acid and sulfonic acid compounds. It works as a solubilizer and surfactant to help dissolve or disperse poorly water-soluble drug ingredients in liquid formulations.
  • 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 MD83SFE959
    A volatile organic liquid used as a solvent and preservative in medications. It helps dissolve active ingredients and other components, and can improve product stability and shelf life.
  • UNII YA22H34H9Q
    A chelating agent derived from sodium and organic compounds. It binds to metal ions in the formulation to improve stability and prevent unwanted chemical reactions that could degrade the medicine.
  • 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.

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

The official label also statesAqua (Water), Glycerin, Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate, Decyl Glucoside, Stearic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sodium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, SodiumHydroxide, Polyquaternium-10, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, t-Butyl Alcohol.

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
Rugby Benzoyl Peroxide Wash Acne Medication 50 mg/mL 00536-1259-19 Rugby 236 ml $0.028 — Availability likely —
Benzoyl Peroxide 50 mg/mL 35573-0453-08 Burel 237 ml $0.046 — Availability likely —
benzoyl peroxide 5 g/100g 45802-0280-01 Padagis 142 g $0.052 — Discontinued —
Rugby Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Medication 50 mg/mL 00536-1057-75 Rugby 1 tube $0.067 — Discontinued —
Rugby Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Medication 50 mg/mL 00536-1055-25 Rugby 1 tube $0.217 — Availability likely —
Differin Daily Deep Cleanser with BPO 5 g/100mL 00299-4606-00 Galderma 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Walgreens Daily Acne Cleanser- Sensitive Skin Formula 50 mg/mL 00363-5602-01 Walgreen 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Oxy Sensitive Skin Acne Cream Cleanser 50 mg/mL 10742-1004-01 The 148 ml — — FDA listed —
OXY Advanced Care Sensitive Skin Acne Cleanser 50 mg/mL 10742-1203-01 The 148 ml — — FDA listed —
OXY Sensitive Face Wash Maximum Soothing 50 mg/mL 10742-1313-01 The 148 ml — — FDA listed —
SPOTLESS Daily Acne Wash .05 g/mL 14222-1610-01 Rodan 1 tube — — FDA listed —
BP Wash 50 mg/g 24470-0900-04 CINTEX 113 g — — FDA listed —
REPLENIX ACNE Solution BENZOYL PEROXIDE WASH 50 mg/mL 51326-0111-01 Topiderm, 200 ml — — FDA listed —
Sofie Pavitt Face Reset Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment Mask .05 kg/kg 52261-7300-01 Cosco 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Sofie Pavitt Face Reset Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment Mask .05 kg/kg 52261-7301-01 Cosco 1 tube — — FDA listed —
PCA SKIN BPO Cleanser 5 g/100mL 68726-0168-04 CP 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
HUMANE Acne Wash 5 50 mg/mL 69919-0526-08 Banner 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
MEDPURA Benzoyl Peroxide 50 mg/mL 71399-9234-05 Akron 148 ml — — FDA listed —
benzoyl peroxide 5 g/100g 72162-2338-02 Bryant 142 g — — FDA listed —
BP Body Wash 50 mg/g 73318-7005-01 Skin 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Naturium Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser 5% 50 mg/mL 76354-0123-01 e.l.f. 1 tube — — FDA listed —
5 Percent Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser 50 mg/mLthis 81136-0023-01 Brand 1 tube — — FDA listed —
BENZOYL PEROXIDE 5% Topical wash 50 mg/mL 82461-0312-05 Medcore 148 ml — — 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 —
Acne Treatment 50 mg/mL 67226-2050-03 Vivier 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Acne Med 5% 50 mg/mL 70707-0211-15 Face 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
MD-Acne Body Acne Treatment 50 mg/mL 71804-0230-06 MD 180 ml — — FDA listed —
HUMANE Acne Spot Treatment 50 mg/mL 73010-0127-00 Apprendista, 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Nighttime Control 50 mg/mL 76458-0333-02 Circadia 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
MEDPURA Benzoyl Peroxide Aqueous Base, Acne Treatment Gel 50 mg/mL 71399-9478-05 Akron 1 tube — — FDA listed —
Rugby Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Medication 50 mg/mL 50090-1720-00 A-S 1 tube — — FDA listed —
MDacne Customized Acne Treatment Benzoyl Peroxide 50 mg/mL 71804-0536-00 MDAlgorithms 1 tube — — FDA listed —
MDacne Body Acne Treatment Benzoyl Peroxide 50 mg/mL 71804-0532-00 MDAlgorithms 90 ml — — FDA listed —
Clenziderm Therapeutic 50 mg/mL 62032-0611-01 Obagi 47 ml — — FDA listed —
Face Reality 5% Advanced Acne Med 50 mg/mL 70707-0157-01 Face 1 tube — — FDA listed —
5 Acne Med 50 mg/mL 70707-0155-15 Face 1 tube — — Discontinued —
Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Medication 50 mg/mL 68071-2307-05 NuCare 42.5 ml — — FDA listed —
BLAIR and JACK Anti-Bump Acne Treatment 50 mg/mL 84377-0489-00 Blair 1 jar — — 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

🏛️
2022
On the market since
Aug 2022
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
4 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.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
81136-0023-01 You're viewing this 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON (81136-023-01) / 150 mL in 1 TUBE 2022-08-24 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 81136-023-01, 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: 81136-0023-01, written without dashes as 81136002301. 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 81136-0023-01, the first segment (81136) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Brand Evangelists for Beauty Limited; the middle segment (0023) 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 Brand Evangelists for Beauty Limited. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Brand Evangelists for Beauty Limited 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 7 words ▾

Uses • for the treatment of acne.

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 129 words ▾

Directions 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 below.• wet area to be cleansed • apply acne wash and gently massage area for 1-2 minutes • rinse thoroughly and pat dry • because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to 2 or 3 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 a broad spectrum sunscreen after using this product • if irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of both products and ask a doctor.

⚠️ Warnings 160 words ▾

Warnings For external use only. Do not use if • you have very sensitive skin• 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 medication at a time • avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen • avoid contact with the 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 ask a doctor if irritation becomes severe. If pregnant or breastfeeding ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

🧪 Active Ingredient 5 words ▾

Active ingredients Benzoyl Peroxide 5%

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 34 words ▾

Inactive ingredients Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate, Decyl Glucoside, Stearic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sodium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, SodiumHydroxide, Polyquaternium-10, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, t-Butyl Alcohol.

🎯 Purpose 3 words ▾

Purpose Acne Medication

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
← 81136-0021-01 · Brand 81136-0024-01 · Brand →
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.