Norethindrone Acetate And Ethinyl Estradiol Tablet
NDC Package 0378-7280-53

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

Package Information

Norethindrone Acetate And Ethinyl Estradiol tablets are indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in women who elect to use oral contraceptives as a method of contraception.Oral contraceptives are highly effective. This formulation utilizes a tablet delivery system. Marketed by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc., this product is identified by NDC 0378-7280 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA202771.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0378-7280-53
Package Description
3 POUCH in 1 CARTON / 1 BLISTER PACK in 1 POUCH (0378-7280-85) / 21 TABLET in 1 BLISTER PACK
Product Code
0378-7280
11-Digit Billing Format
00378728053
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
3 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 1358762 - norethindrone acetate 1 MG / ethinyl estradiol 0.02 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 1358762 - ethinyl estradiol 0.02 MG / norethindrone acetate 1 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 1358762 - ethinyl estradiol 20 MCG / norethindrone acetate 1 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 1358776 - {21 (ethinyl estradiol 0.02 MG / norethindrone acetate 1 MG Oral Tablet) } Pack
  • RxCUI: 1358776 - Eth estra-Noreth Ac 0.02-1 MG (21) Oral Tablet 21 Day Pack

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Norethindrone Acetate And Ethinyl Estradiol
Non-Proprietary Name
Norethindrone Acetate And Ethinyl Estradiol
Substance Name
Ethinyl Estradiol; Norethindrone Acetate
Dosage Form
Tablet - A solid dosage form containing medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol tablets are indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in women who elect to use oral contraceptives as a method of contraception.Oral contraceptives are highly effective. Table I lists the typical accidental pregnancy rates for users of combination oral contraceptives and other methods of contraception. The efficacy of these contraceptive methods, except sterilization, depends upon the reliability with which they are used. Correct and consistent use of methods can result in lower failure rates.TABLE I: LOWEST EXPECTED AND TYPICAL FAILURE RATES DURING THE FIRST YEAR OF CONTINUOUS USE OF A METHOD% of Women Experiencing an Unintended Pregnancyin the First Year of Continuous UseMethodLowest Expected*Typical**(No contraception) (85)(85)Oral contraceptives 3combined 0.1N/A ***progestin only 0.5N/A ***Diaphragm with spermicidal cream or jelly 620Spermicides alone (foam, creams, gels, vaginal suppositories and vaginal film) 626Vaginal Spongenulliparous 920parous2040Implant 0.050.05Injection: depot medroxyprogesterone acetate 0.30.3IUDprogesterone T 1.52copper T 380A 0.60.8LNg 20 0.10.1Condom without spermicidesfemale 521male 314Cervical Cap with spermicidal cream or jellynulliparous 920parous 2640Periodic abstinence (all methods) 1 to 925Withdrawal 419Female sterilization 0.50.5Male sterilization 0.10.15Adapted from RA Hatcher et al, Reference 7.* The authors' best guess of the percentage of women expected to experience an accidental pregnancy among couples who initiate a method (not necessarily for the first time) and who use it consistently and correctly during the first year if they do not stop for any other reason.** This term represents "typical" couples who initiate use of a method (not necessarily for the first time), who experience an accidental pregnancy during the first year if they do not stop use for any other reason.***N/A - Data not available.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA202771
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
07-11-2014
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0378-7280-53 identifies a specific commercial package of 3 pouch in 1 carton / 1 blister pack in 1 pouch (0378-7280-85) / 21 tablet in 1 blister pack of Norethindrone Acetate And Ethinyl Estradiol, a human prescription drug labeled by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.. This tablet is formulated for oral use and contains ethinyl estradiol; norethindrone acetate 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 Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. on July 11, 2014. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00378728053. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 3 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)
0378-7280-53
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00378-7280-53

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