Megace Es
NDC Package 63481-160-38

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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.

Megace Es is megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS. Marketed by Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc., this product is identified by NDC 63481-160 and is authorized under FDA application NDA021778.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
63481-160-38
Package Description
150 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
63481-160
11-Digit Billing Format
63481016038
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
150 ML

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Megace Es
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS. Improving your appetite and gaining weight may help you feel better and be more active. Megestrol is similar to a natural substance made by the body called progesterone.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
FDA Application #
NDA021778
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
07-02-2005
End Marketing Date
04-30-2020
Listing Expiration
04-30-2020
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 63481-160-38 identifies a specific commercial package of 150 ml in 1 bottle of Megace Es, labeled by Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.. 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 Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc. on July 02, 2005. The current certification is valid through April 30, 2020.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS. Improving your appetite and gaining weight may help you feel better and be more active. Megestrol is similar to a natural substance made by the body called progesterone.

How is this Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 63481016038. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 150 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)
63481-160-38
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
63481-0160-38

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