Premier Value Childrens Acetaminophen Melts
NDC Package 68016-196-00

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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 inactivated by the FDA.

Premier Value Childrens Acetaminophen Melts is •this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use•do not give more than directed (see overdose warning)•find the right dose on chart. Marketed by Chain Drug Consortium, this product is identified by NDC 68016-196 and is authorized under FDA application part343.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68016-196-00
Package Description
1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON / 30 TABLET, CHEWABLE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
68016-196
11-Digit Billing Format
68016019600
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
1 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Premier Value Childrens Acetaminophen Melts
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
•this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use•do not give more than directed (see overdose warning)•find the right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.•Chew before swallowing; this product will soften in mouth for ease of chewing•repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last•do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours•do not give for more than 5 days unless directed by a doctor Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose (tablets)* Under 24 Under 2 years ask a doctor 24-35 2-3 years 2 tablets 36-47 4-5 years 3 tablets 48-59 6-8 years 4 tablets 60-71 9-10 years years 5 tablets  72-95 11 6 tablets

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Chain Drug Consortium
FDA Application #
part343
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINAL - A product marketed pursuant to an Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drug Monograph that is not final.
Start Marketing Date
12-06-2004
Listing Expiration
12-31-2019
Exclude Flag
I
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

The NDC Directory contains ONLY information on final marketed drugs submitted to FDA electronically by labelers. A labeler might be a manufacturer, re-packager or re-labeler. The product information included in the NDC directory does not indicate that FDA has verified the information provided by the product labeler. Assigned NDC numbers are not in any way an indication of FDA approval of the product.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 68016-196-00 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 bottle, plastic in 1 carton / 30 tablet, chewable in 1 bottle, plastic of Premier Value Childrens Acetaminophen Melts, labeled by Chain Drug Consortium. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 1 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 Chain Drug Consortium on December 06, 2004. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2019.

How is this Chain Drug Consortium product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 68016019600. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 1 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)
68016-196-00
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68016-0196-00

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