Tasmar
NDC Package 0187-0939-01

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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.

Tasmar is a medication used with other medications (levodopa/carbidopa) to treat Parkinson's disease. Marketed by Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America Llc, this product is identified by NDC 0187-0939 and is authorized under FDA application NDA020697.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0187-0939-01
Package Description
90 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
0187-0939
11-Digit Billing Format
00187093901
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
90 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Tasmar
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used with other medications (levodopa/carbidopa) to treat Parkinson's disease. Tolcapone belongs to a class of drugs known as COMT inhibitors. Many people taking levodopa for Parkinson's have problems with the effects of the levodopa wearing off between scheduled doses, causing symptoms to return or worsen. Tolcapone blocks a certain natural substance (COMT enzyme) that breaks down levodopa in the body. This effect allows the levodopa to last longer in the system so that it doesn't wear off before the next dose.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America Llc
FDA Application #
NDA020697
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
07-27-2004
End Marketing Date
01-29-2014
Listing Expiration
01-29-2014
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0187-0939-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 90 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Tasmar, labeled by Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America Llc. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 90 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 27, 2004. The current certification is valid through January 29, 2014.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used with other medications (levodopa/carbidopa) to treat Parkinson's disease. Tolcapone belongs to a class of drugs known as COMT inhibitors. Many people taking levodopa for Parkinson's have problems with the effects of the levodopa wearing off between scheduled doses, causing symptoms to return or worsen. Tolcapone blocks a certain natural substance (COMT enzyme) that breaks down levodopa in the body. This effect allows the levodopa to last longer in the system so that it doesn't wear off before the next dose.

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: 00187093901. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 90 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)
0187-0939-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00187-0939-01

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