Equate Eye Drops Liquid
NDC Package 67172-282-01

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Equate Eye Drops (tetrahyrozoline hydrochloride) liquids is instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) up to four times daily. This formulation utilizes a liquid delivery system. Marketed by Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 67172-282 and is authorized under FDA application M018.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
67172-282-01
Package Description
1 BOTTLE, DROPPER in 1 BOX / 15 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER
Product Code
67172-282
11-Digit Billing Format
67172028201
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Equate Eye Drops
Non-Proprietary Name
Tetrahyrozoline Hydrochloride
Substance Name
Tetrahydrozoline Hydrochloride
Dosage Form
Liquid - A dosage form consisting of a pure chemical in its liquid1 state. This dosage form term should not be applied to solutions.
Administration Route
Ophthalmic - Administration to the external eye.
Active Ingredient(s)
TETRAHYDROZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE .5 mg/mL
Usage Information
Instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) up to four times daily

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc.
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M018
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
02-11-2013
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
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 67172-282-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 bottle, dropper in 1 box / 15 ml in 1 bottle, dropper of Equate Eye Drops, a human over the counter drug labeled by Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc.. This liquid is formulated for ophthalmic use and contains tetrahydrozoline hydrochloride as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc. on February 11, 2013. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Prestige Brands Holdings, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 67172028201. 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)
67172-282-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
67172-0282-01

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