Clarinex
NDC Package 0085-1334-01

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was discontinued by the firm.

Clarinex is desloratadine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching. Marketed by Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., this product is identified by NDC 0085-1334 and is authorized under FDA application NDA021300.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0085-1334-01
Package Description
1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON / 473 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
0085-1334
11-Digit Billing Format
00085133401
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Clarinex
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Desloratadine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching. It works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
FDA Application #
NDA021300
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
09-01-2004
End Marketing Date
06-30-2018
Listing Expiration
06-30-2018
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (0085-1334). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

0085-1334-02
1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON / 118 mL in 1 BOTTLE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0085-1334-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 bottle in 1 carton / 473 ml in 1 bottle of Clarinex, labeled by Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.. This is formulated for use and contains as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

This product code is currently listed as inactive or excluded from the primary directory. It was introduced to the market by Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. on September 01, 2004. The current certification is valid through June 30, 2018.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Desloratadine is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching. It works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction.

How is this Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00085133401. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. The table below illustrates the segment conversion from the 10-digit labeler code to the 11-digit provider format.

11-Digit Code Conversion

Billing payers usually require a 5-4-2 segment configuration. Below is the conversion from the 10-digit package format to the 11-digit billing format:

10-Digit Format (4-4-2)
0085-1334-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00085-1334-01

Note: The zero is added to the Labeler segment to maintain the 5-4-2 structure.