Nicotine Transdermal System
NDC Package 68016-290-88

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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.

Nicotine Transdermal System is if you are under 18 years of age, ask a doctor before use  before using this product, read the enclosed self-help guide for complete directions and other informationbegin using the patch on your quit dayif you smoke more than 10 cigarettes per day, use the following schedule below:Weeks 1 thru 2Weeks 5 and 6Weeks 7 and 8Step 1Step 2Step 3Use one 21 mg patch/dayUse one 14 mg patch/dayUse one 7 mg patch/dayif you smoke 10 or less cigarettes per day, start with Step 2 for 6 weeks, then Step 3 for 2 weeksapply one new patch every 24 hours on skin that is dry, clean and hairlessremove backing from patch and immediately press onto skin. Marketed by Chain Drug Consortium, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 68016-290 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA074612.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68016-290-88
Package Description
14 POUCH in 1 CARTON / 1 PATCH in 1 POUCH / 24 h in 1 PATCH
Product Code
68016-290
11-Digit Billing Format
68016029088
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
Nicotine Transdermal System Step 3
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
If you are under 18 years of age, ask a doctor before use  before using this product, read the enclosed self-help guide for complete directions and other informationbegin using the patch on your quit dayif you smoke more than 10 cigarettes per day, use the following schedule below:Weeks 1 thru 2Weeks 5 and 6Weeks 7 and 8Step 1Step 2Step 3Use one 21 mg patch/dayUse one 14 mg patch/dayUse one 7 mg patch/dayif you smoke 10 or less cigarettes per day, start with Step 2 for 6 weeks, then Step 3 for 2 weeksapply one new patch every 24 hours on skin that is dry, clean and hairlessremove backing from patch and immediately press onto skin. Hold for 10 seconds.wash hands after applying or removing patch. Save pouch to use for patch disposal. Dispose of the used patches by folding sticky ends together and putting in pouch.the used patch should be removed and a new one applied to a different skin site at the same time each dayif you have vivid dreams, you may remove the patch at bedtime and apply a new one in the morningdo not wear more than one patch at a timedo not cut patch in half or into smaller piecesdo not leave patch on for more than 24 hours because it may irritate your skin and loses strength after 24 hoursit is important to complete treatment. If you feel you need to use the patch for a longer period to keep from smoking, talk to your health care provider.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Chain Drug Consortium, Llc
FDA Application #
ANDA074612
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
10-20-1997
Listing Expiration
12-31-2025
Exclude Flag
I
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 68016-290-88 identifies a specific commercial package of 14 pouch in 1 carton / 1 patch in 1 pouch / 24 h in 1 patch of Nicotine Transdermal System Step 3, labeled by Chain Drug Consortium, Llc. 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, Llc on October 20, 1997. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2025.

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

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 68016029088. 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)
68016-290-88
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68016-0290-88

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