Minocin
NDC Package 43353-172-83

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

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was discontinued by the firm.

Minocin is minocycline is used to treat a wide variety of infections. Marketed by Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 43353-172 and is authorized under FDA application NDA050649.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
43353-172-83
Package Description
3600 CAPSULE, COATED PELLETS in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
43353-172
11-Digit Billing Format
43353017283
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
3600 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Minocin
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Minocycline is used to treat a wide variety of infections. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as tetracycline antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc
FDA Application #
NDA050649
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
05-31-1990
End Marketing Date
12-31-2016
Listing Expiration
12-31-2016
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 43353-172-83 identifies a specific commercial package of 3600 capsule, coated pellets in 1 bottle of Minocin, labeled by Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 3600 billable units per package. This is formulated for use and contains as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

This product code is currently listed as inactive or excluded from the primary directory. It was introduced to the market by Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc on May 31, 1990. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2016.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Minocycline is used to treat a wide variety of infections. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as tetracycline antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

How is this Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 43353017283. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 3600 total billable units per package. 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)
43353-172-83
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
43353-0172-83

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