Motofen
NDC Package 0187-0500-02

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

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

Motofen is a medication used to treat diarrhea. Marketed by Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America Llc, this product is identified by NDC 0187-0500 and is authorized under FDA application NDA017744.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0187-0500-02
Package Description
100 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
0187-0500
11-Digit Billing Format
00187050002
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
100 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Motofen
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat diarrhea. It helps to decrease the number and frequency of bowel movements. It works by slowing the movement of the intestines. Difenoxin is similar to opioid pain relievers, but it acts mainly to slow the gut. Atropine belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics, which help to dry up body fluids and also slow gut movement.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America Llc
FDA Application #
NDA017744
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
07-14-1962
End Marketing Date
11-30-2014
Listing Expiration
11-30-2014
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0187-0500-02 identifies a specific commercial package of 100 tablet in 1 bottle, plastic of Motofen, labeled by Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America Llc. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 100 billable units per package. 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 Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America Llc on July 14, 1962. The current certification is valid through November 30, 2014.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat diarrhea. It helps to decrease the number and frequency of bowel movements. It works by slowing the movement of the intestines. Difenoxin is similar to opioid pain relievers, but it acts mainly to slow the gut. Atropine belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics, which help to dry up body fluids and also slow gut movement.

How is this Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00187050002. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 100 total billable units per package. 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)
0187-0500-02
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00187-0500-02

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