Methazolamide
NDC Package 48102-101-01

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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.

Methazolamide is a medication used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to certain types of glaucoma. Marketed by Fera Pharmaceuticals, this product is identified by NDC 48102-101 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA040062.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
48102-101-01
Package Description
100 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
48102-101
11-Digit Billing Format
48102010101
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
100 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Methazolamide
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to certain types of glaucoma. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness, vision loss, and nerve damage. Methazolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It works by decreasing the production of fluid inside the eye.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Fera Pharmaceuticals
FDA Application #
ANDA040062
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
06-22-2010
End Marketing Date
06-14-2013
Listing Expiration
06-14-2013
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 48102-101-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 100 tablet in 1 bottle of Methazolamide, labeled by Fera Pharmaceuticals. 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 Fera Pharmaceuticals on June 22, 2010. The current certification is valid through June 14, 2013.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to certain types of glaucoma. Lowering high pressure inside the eye helps to prevent blindness, vision loss, and nerve damage. Methazolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It works by decreasing the production of fluid inside the eye.

How is this Fera Pharmaceuticals product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 48102010101. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 100 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)
48102-101-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
48102-0101-01

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