Butalbital, Acetaminophen And Caffeine
NDC Package 50436-4856-2

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

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was inactivated by the FDA.

Butalbital, Acetaminophen And Caffeine is butalbital, acetaminophen and caffeine tablets are indicated for the relief of the symptom complex of tension (or muscle contraction) headache.Evidence supporting the efficacy and safety of this combination product in the treatment of multiple recurrent headaches is unavailable. Marketed by Unit Dose Services, this product is identified by NDC 50436-4856 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA089175.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
50436-4856-2
Package Description
60 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
50436-4856
11-Digit Billing Format
50436485602
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
60 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 238154 - butalbital 50 MG / acetaminophen 325 MG / caffeine 40 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 238154 - acetaminophen 325 MG / butalbital 50 MG / caffeine 40 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 238154 - APAP 325 MG / butalbital 50 MG / caffeine 40 MG Oral Tablet

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Butalbital, Acetaminophen And Caffeine
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Butalbital, acetaminophen and caffeine tablets are indicated for the relief of the symptom complex of tension (or muscle contraction) headache.Evidence supporting the efficacy and safety of this combination product in the treatment of multiple recurrent headaches is unavailable. Caution in this regard is required because butalbital is habit-forming and potentially abusable.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Unit Dose Services
FDA Application #
ANDA089175
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-21-1987
Listing Expiration
12-31-2019
Exclude Flag
I
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 (50436-4856). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

50436-4856-1
30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 50436-4856-2 identifies a specific commercial package of 60 tablet in 1 bottle of Butalbital, Acetaminophen And Caffeine, labeled by Unit Dose Services. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 60 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 Unit Dose Services on January 21, 1987. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2019.

How is this Unit Dose Services product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 50436485602. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 60 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 (5-4-1)
50436-4856-2
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
50436-4856-02

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