Brinzolamide Suspension/ Drops
NDC Package 0781-6014-70

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Brinzolamide suspension/ dropses is brinzolamide is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (e.g., ocular hypertension). This formulation utilizes a suspension/ drops delivery system. Marketed by Sandoz Inc, this product is identified by NDC 0781-6014 and is authorized under FDA application NDA020816.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0781-6014-70
Package Description
1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON / 10 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
0781-6014
11-Digit Billing Format
00781601470
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
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Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Brinzolamide
Non-Proprietary Name
Brinzolamide
Substance Name
Brinzolamide
Dosage Form
Suspension/ Drops - A suspension which is usually administered in a dropwise fashion.
Administration Route
Ophthalmic - Administration to the external eye.
Active Ingredient(s)
BRINZOLAMIDE 10 mg/mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Brinzolamide is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (e.g., ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Sandoz Inc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA020816
Marketing Category
NDA AUTHORIZED GENERIC - A product marketed as a "generic" drug under an approved New Drug Application (NDA), rather than an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA),.
Start Marketing Date
03-08-2021
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (0781-6014). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

0781-6014-85
1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON / 15 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0781-6014-70 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 bottle, plastic in 1 carton / 10 ml in 1 bottle, plastic of Brinzolamide, a human prescription drug labeled by Sandoz Inc. This suspension/ drops is formulated for ophthalmic use and contains brinzolamide 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 Sandoz Inc on March 08, 2021. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Brinzolamide is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (e.g., ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness. This medication works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye. It belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.

How is this Sandoz Inc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00781601470. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. 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)
0781-6014-70
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00781-6014-70

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