Targretin Gel
NDC Package 0187-5525-60

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

Package Information

Targretin (bexarotene) gel is bexarotene is used to treat skin problems from a certain type of cancer (cutaneous T-cell lymphoma-CTCL). This formulation utilizes a gel delivery system. Marketed by Bausch Health Us, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 0187-5525 and is authorized under FDA application NDA021056.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0187-5525-60
Package Description
1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 60 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
0187-5525
11-Digit Billing Format
00187552560
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
60 GM
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Targretin
Non-Proprietary Name
Bexarotene
Substance Name
Bexarotene
Dosage Form
Gel - A semisolid3 dosage form that contains a gelling agent to provide stiffness to a solution or a colloidal dispersion.4 A gel may contain suspended particles.
Administration Route
Topical - Administration to a particular spot on the outer surface of the body. The E2B term TRANSMAMMARY is a subset of the term TOPICAL.
Active Ingredient(s)
BEXAROTENE 1 g/100g
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Bexarotene is used to treat skin problems from a certain type of cancer (cutaneous T-cell lymphoma-CTCL). It works by slowing or stopping the growth of these cancer cells. Bexarotene belongs to a class of drugs called retinoids (drugs related to vitamin A).

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Bausch Health Us, Llc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA021056
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
06-28-2000
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
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 0187-5525-60 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 tube in 1 carton / 60 g in 1 tube of Targretin, a human prescription drug labeled by Bausch Health Us, Llc. This product is billed per "GM" gram and contains an estimated amount of 60 billable units per package. This gel is formulated for topical use and contains bexarotene as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Bausch Health Us, Llc on June 28, 2000. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Bexarotene is used to treat skin problems from a certain type of cancer (cutaneous T-cell lymphoma-CTCL). It works by slowing or stopping the growth of these cancer cells. Bexarotene belongs to a class of drugs called retinoids (drugs related to vitamin A).

How is this Bausch Health Us, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00187552560. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. There are 60 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)
0187-5525-60
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00187-5525-60

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