Eye Itch Relief
NDC Package 49781-075-71

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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.

Eye Itch Relief is a medication used to prevent and treat itching of the eyes caused by allergies (allergic/seasonal conjunctivitis). Marketed by Cardinal Health, this product is identified by NDC 49781-075 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA077958.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
49781-075-71
Package Description
1 BOTTLE, DROPPER in 1 CARTON / 5 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER
Product Code
49781-075
11-Digit Billing Format
49781007571
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Eye Itch Relief
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to prevent and treat itching of the eyes caused by allergies (allergic/seasonal conjunctivitis). Ketotifen is an antihistamine for the eye that treats allergic symptoms by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine). It is also a mast cell stabilizer that prevents allergic reactions by reducing the release of natural substances that cause an allergic reaction.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Cardinal Health
FDA Application #
ANDA077958
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-13-2014
End Marketing Date
07-01-2017
Listing Expiration
07-01-2017
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 49781-075-71 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 bottle, dropper in 1 carton / 5 ml in 1 bottle, dropper of Eye Itch Relief, labeled by Cardinal Health. 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 Cardinal Health on January 13, 2014. The current certification is valid through July 01, 2017.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to prevent and treat itching of the eyes caused by allergies (allergic/seasonal conjunctivitis). Ketotifen is an antihistamine for the eye that treats allergic symptoms by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine). It is also a mast cell stabilizer that prevents allergic reactions by reducing the release of natural substances that cause an allergic reaction.

How is this Cardinal Health product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 49781007571. 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)
49781-075-71
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
49781-0075-71

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