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NDC Package 24208-800-10 Lacrisert

Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Insert Ophthalmic - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

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    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
24208-800-10
Package Description:
10 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / 1 INSERT in 1 BLISTER PACK
Product Code:
24208-800
Proprietary Name:
Lacrisert
Non-Proprietary Name:
Hydroxypropyl Cellulose
Substance Name:
Hydroxypropyl Cellulose (1600000 Wamw)
Usage Information:
This medication is an insert that is placed in your eye to treat dry eyes. It is usually used when an artificial tears solution is not successful. This medication may also be used to treat certain other eye disorders (keratitis, decreased corneal sensitivity). It works by keeping the eye moist, helping to protect the eye from injury and infection and to decrease symptoms of dry eyes such as burning, itching, and feeling as if something is in the eye.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
24208080010
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 476707 - hydroxypropylcellulose 5 MG Ophthalmic Drug Implant
  • RxCUI: 476707 - hydroxypropylcellulose 5 MG Drug Implant
  • RxCUI: 476707 - hydroxypropylcellulose 5 MG Ophthalmic Insert
  • RxCUI: 754512 - Lacrisert 5 MG Ophthalmic Drug Implant
  • RxCUI: 754512 - hydroxypropylcellulose 5 MG Drug Implant [Lacrisert]
    • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Bausch & Lomb Incorporated
    Dosage Form:
    Insert - A specially formulated and shaped non-encapsulated solid preparation intended to be placed into a non-rectal orifice of the body, where drug is released, generally for localized effects.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Ophthalmic - Administration to the external eye.
    • Active Ingredient(s):
  • HYDROXYPROPYL CELLULOSE (1600000 WAMW) 5 mg/1
    • Pharmacologic Class(es):
  • Demulcent Activity - [MoA] (Mechanism of Action)
  • Demulcent - [EPC] (Established Pharmacologic Class)
    • Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    NDA018771
    Marketing Category:
    NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    06-01-1981
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2025
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Other Product Packages

    The following packages are also available for this product:

    NDC Package CodePackage Description
    24208-800-6060 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / 1 INSERT in 1 BLISTER PACK

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 24208-800-10?

    The NDC Packaged Code 24208-800-10 is assigned to a package of 10 blister pack in 1 carton / 1 insert in 1 blister pack of Lacrisert, a human prescription drug labeled by Bausch & Lomb Incorporated. The product's dosage form is insert and is administered via ophthalmic form.

    Is NDC 24208-800 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Lacrisert with product code 24208-800 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Bausch & Lomb Incorporated on June 01, 1981 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2025 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 24208-800-10?

    The 11-digit format is 24208080010. 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 5-3-2 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
    5-3-224208-800-105-4-224208-0800-10