Atropine Sulfate
NDC Package 63739-458-05

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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.

Atropine Sulfate is a medication used before eye examinations (e.g., refraction) and to treat certain eye conditions (e.g., uveitis). Marketed by Mckesson Packaging Services Business Unit Of Mckesson Corporation, this product is identified by NDC 63739-458 and is authorized under FDA application NDA021146.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
63739-458-05
Package Description
5 POUCH in 1 BOX / 1 BOX in 1 POUCH (63739-458-21) / 1 SYRINGE, GLASS in 1 BOX / 10 mL in 1 SYRINGE, GLASS
Product Code
63739-458
11-Digit Billing Format
63739045805

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Atropine Sulfate
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used before eye examinations (e.g., refraction) and to treat certain eye conditions (e.g., uveitis). It belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Atropine works by widening (dilating) the pupil of the eye.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Mckesson Packaging Services Business Unit Of Mckesson Corporation
FDA Application #
NDA021146
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
05-03-2010
End Marketing Date
04-30-2012
Listing Expiration
04-30-2012
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 63739-458-05 identifies a specific commercial package of 5 pouch in 1 box / 1 box in 1 pouch (63739-458-21) / 1 syringe, glass in 1 box / 10 ml in 1 syringe, glass of Atropine Sulfate, labeled by Mckesson Packaging Services Business Unit Of Mckesson Corporation. 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 Mckesson Packaging Services Business Unit Of Mckesson Corporation on May 03, 2010. The current certification is valid through April 30, 2012.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used before eye examinations (e.g., refraction) and to treat certain eye conditions (e.g., uveitis). It belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Atropine works by widening (dilating) the pupil of the eye.

How is this Mckesson Packaging Services Business Unit Of Mckesson Corporation product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 63739045805. 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)
63739-458-05
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
63739-0458-05

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