NDC Package 0591-2832-01 Bexarotene

Capsule, Liquid Filled Oral - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
0591-2832-01
Package Description:
100 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Bexarotene
Non-Proprietary Name:
Bexarotene
Substance Name:
Bexarotene
Usage Information:
Bexarotene is used to treat skin problems from a certain type of cancer (cutaneous T-cell lymphoma-CTCL). It belongs to a class of drugs called retinoids (vitamin A derivatives). Bexarotene works by slowing or stopping the growth of cells.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
00591283201
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
100 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 308725 - bexarotene 75 MG Oral Capsule
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Actavis Pharma, Inc.
    Dosage Form:
    Capsule, Liquid Filled - A solid dosage form in which the drug is enclosed within a soluble, gelatin shell which is plasticized by the addition of a polyol, such as sorbitol or glycerin, and is therefore of a somewhat thicker consistency than that of a hard shell capsule; typically, the active ingredients are dissolved or suspended in a liquid vehicle.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Active Ingredient(s):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    ANDA209931
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    11-11-2021
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 0591-2832-01?

    The NDC Packaged Code 0591-2832-01 is assigned to a package of 100 capsule, liquid filled in 1 bottle of Bexarotene, a human prescription drug labeled by Actavis Pharma, Inc.. The product's dosage form is capsule, liquid filled and is administered via oral form.This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 100 billable units per package.

    Is NDC 0591-2832 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Bexarotene with product code 0591-2832 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Actavis Pharma, Inc. on November 11, 2021 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2024 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the NDC billing unit for package 0591-2832-01?

    The contents of this package are billed per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units. The calculated billable units for this package is 100.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 0591-2832-01?

    The 11-digit format is 00591283201. The 11-digit billing format might be required by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers in billing claim forms.

    This package code is originally configured in a 4-4-2 segment 10-digit format and by adding a zero within the original NDC package code we can obtain the converted 11-digit format in a 5-4-2 segment configuration. The table below shows the 11-digit code conversion:

    10-Digit Format10-Digit Original Code11-Digit Format11-Digit Code
    4-4-20591-2832-015-4-200591-2832-01