Varibar Thin Honey Suspension
NDC Package 32909-121-07

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

Package Information

Varibar Thin Honey (barium sulfate) suspension is this product is indicated for use in radiography of the esophagus, pharynx and hypopharynx. This formulation utilizes a suspension delivery system. Marketed by E-z-em Canada Inc, this product is identified by NDC 32909-121 and is authorized under FDA application NDA208143.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
32909-121-07
Package Description
12 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 CASE / 250 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
32909-121
11-Digit Billing Format
32909012107
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Varibar Thin Honey
Non-Proprietary Name
Barium Sulfate
Substance Name
Barium Sulfate
Dosage Form
Suspension - A liquid1 dosage form that contains solid particles dispersed in a liquid vehicle.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
BARIUM SULFATE 400 mg/mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
This product is indicated for use in radiography of the esophagus, pharynx and hypopharynx.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
E-z-em Canada Inc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA208143
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-03-2018
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
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 (32909-121). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

32909-121-54
24 TUBE in 1 CASE / 30 mL in 1 TUBE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 32909-121-07 identifies a specific commercial package of 12 bottle, plastic in 1 case / 250 ml in 1 bottle, plastic of Varibar Thin Honey, a human prescription drug labeled by E-z-em Canada Inc. This suspension is formulated for oral use and contains barium sulfate 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 E-z-em Canada Inc on January 03, 2018. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this E-z-em Canada Inc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 32909012107. 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 (5-3-2)
32909-121-07
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
32909-0121-07

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