Levonorgestrel Powder
NDC Package 12866-1010-0

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

Package Information

This product is an UNFINISHED DRUG part of the official NDC directory. Unfinished drugs include products like active ingredients some of which are used in bulk for further processing or compounding. The FDA requires a list of these drugs manufactured in a U.S. commercial distribution facility.

Levonorgestrel powders is levonorgestrel is used by women to prevent pregnancy after birth control failure (such as a broken condom) or unprotected sex. This formulation utilizes a powder delivery system. Marketed by Bayer Ag, this product is identified by NDC 12866-1010.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
12866-1010-0
Package Description
22.236 kg in 1 CONTAINER
Product Code
12866-1010
11-Digit Billing Format
12866101000

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Levonorgestrel
Non-Proprietary Name
Levonorgestrel
Substance Name
Levonorgestrel
Dosage Form
Powder - An intimate mixture of dry, finely divided drugs and/or chemicals that may be intended for internal or external use.
Active Ingredient(s)
LEVONORGESTREL 1 kg/kg
Usage Information
Levonorgestrel is used by women to prevent pregnancy after birth control failure (such as a broken condom) or unprotected sex. This medication is an emergency contraceptive and should not be used as a regular form of birth control. It is a progestin hormone that works mainly by preventing the release of an egg (ovulation) during your menstrual cycle. It also makes vaginal fluid thicker to help prevent sperm from reaching an egg (fertilization) and changes the lining of the uterus (womb) to prevent attachment of a fertilized egg. Using this medication will not stop an existing pregnancy or protect you or your partner against sexually transmitted diseases (such as HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia). This medication may not work well in women over a certain weight (for example, greater than 164 pounds or 74 kilograms), or if you have used certain other medications within the past month. This effect can result in pregnancy. Talk to your doctor for more details and to see if this medication is right for you (see also Drug Interactions section). Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Bayer Ag
Product Type
Bulk Ingredient
Marketing Category
BULK INGREDIENT - A category specifying that a product is marketed as a bulk ingredient.
Start Marketing Date
05-10-2017
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
Unfinished Product
Yes
Sample Package
N/A

Hierarchy Structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 12866-1010-0 identifies a specific commercial package of 22.236 kg in 1 container of Levonorgestrel (UNFINISHED drug), a bulk ingredient labeled by Bayer Ag. This powder is formulated for use and contains levonorgestrel 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 Bayer Ag on May 10, 2017. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Levonorgestrel is used by women to prevent pregnancy after birth control failure (such as a broken condom) or unprotected sex. This medication is an emergency contraceptive and should not be used as a regular form of birth control. It is a progestin hormone that works mainly by preventing the release of an egg (ovulation) during your menstrual cycle. It also makes vaginal fluid thicker to help prevent sperm from reaching an egg (fertilization) and changes the lining of the uterus (womb) to prevent attachment of a fertilized egg. Using this medication will not stop an existing pregnancy or protect you or your partner against sexually transmitted diseases (such as HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia). This medication may not work well in women over a certain weight (for example, greater than 164 pounds or 74 kilograms), or if you have used certain other medications within the past month. This effect can result in pregnancy. Talk to your doctor for more details and to see if this medication is right for you (see also Drug Interactions section). Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

How is this Bayer Ag product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 12866101000. 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 (5-4-1)
12866-1010-0
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
12866-1010-00

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