Diphenhydramine Hcl
NDC Package 66267-080-30

View Billable Units, 11-Digit Conversion Format, and RxNorm mappings

Package Information

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

Diphenhydramine Hcl is diphenhydramine injection is an antihistamine used to treat life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) along with epinephrine and other treatments. Marketed by Nucare Pharmaceuticals, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 66267-080 and is authorized under FDA application part341.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
66267-080-30
Package Description
30 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
11-Digit Billing Format
66267008030
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
30 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Diphenhydramine Hcl
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Diphenhydramine injection is an antihistamine used to treat life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) along with epinephrine and other treatments. It is also used to relieve symptoms of household allergies, hay fever and the common cold when medication cannot be given by mouth. Common allergy symptoms relieved by antihistamines include rash, itching, watery eyes, itchy eyes/nose/throat, cough, runny nose and sneezing. It is also used to treat nausea, vomiting and dizziness caused by motion sickness when medication cannot be given by mouth. Diphenhydramine works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Its drying effects on such symptoms as watery eyes and runny nose are caused by blocking another natural substance made by your body (acetylcholine). Diphenhydramine should not be used in newborns or premature infants because of an increased risk of side effects. It should not be used for common cold symptoms in children less than 6 years of age due to the risk of serious side effects, such as slow/shallow breathing. Cough-and-cold products have not been shown to be safe or effective in children younger than 6.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Nucare Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
FDA Application #
part341
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH FINAL - A product marketed pursuant to a final Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drug Monograph.
Start Marketing Date
01-27-2010
Listing Expiration
12-31-2024
Exclude Flag
I
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Billing & HCPCS Mapping

To facilitate insurance claims and reimbursement, this drug package is mapped to specific HCPCS administrative codes. This crosswalk aligns clinical data with the billing standards used in ASP (Average Sales Price), AWP, and OPPS payment systems. Use the cards below to identify the correct billable units for provider claims.

Source: PDAC
DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE, 50 MG, ORAL, FDA APPROVED PRESCRIPTION ANTI-EMETIC, FOR USE AS A COMPLETE THERAPEUTIC SUBSTITUTE FOR AN IV ANTI-EMETIC AT TIME OF CHEMOTHERAPY TREATMENT NOT TO EXCEED A 48 HOUR DOSAGE REGIMEN
HCPCS Dosage 50 MG
Units / Pkg

Note for Medical Coders: These mappings are synthesized from various CMS datasets including OPPS, PrEP, and DAC (Data Analysis and Coding) contractors. Always confirm unit conversions against the current quarter's pricing files before final submission.

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (66267-080). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

15 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
20 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
24 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
60 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
90 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 66267-080-30 identifies a specific commercial package of 30 capsule in 1 bottle, plastic of Diphenhydramine Hcl, labeled by Nucare Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 30 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 Nucare Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on January 27, 2010. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2024.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Diphenhydramine injection is an antihistamine used to treat life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) along with epinephrine and other treatments. It is also used to relieve symptoms of household allergies, hay fever and the common cold when medication cannot be given by mouth. Common allergy symptoms relieved by antihistamines include rash, itching, watery eyes, itchy eyes/nose/throat, cough, runny nose and sneezing. It is also used to treat nausea, vomiting and dizziness caused by motion sickness when medication cannot be given by mouth. Diphenhydramine works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Its drying effects on such symptoms as watery eyes and runny nose are caused by blocking another natural substance made by your body (acetylcholine). Diphenhydramine should not be used in newborns or premature infants because of an increased risk of side effects. It should not be used for common cold symptoms in children less than 6 years of age due to the risk of serious side effects, such as slow/shallow breathing. Cough-and-cold products have not been shown to be safe or effective in children younger than 6.

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

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 66267008030. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 30 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)
66267-080-30
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
66267-0080-30

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