Simethicone
NDC Package 68071-4207-1

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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.

Simethicone is a medication used to relieve symptoms of extra gas such as belching, bloating, and feelings of pressure/discomfort in the stomach/gut. Marketed by Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc., this product is identified by NDC 68071-4207 and is authorized under FDA application part332.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68071-4207-1
Package Description
30 mL in 1 BOX
Product Code
68071-4207
11-Digit Billing Format
68071420701

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Simethicone
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This product is used to relieve symptoms of extra gas such as belching, bloating, and feelings of pressure/discomfort in the stomach/gut. Simethicone helps break up gas bubbles in the gut.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc.
FDA Application #
part332
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH FINAL - A product marketed pursuant to a final Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drug Monograph.
Start Marketing Date
12-01-2010
End Marketing Date
12-31-2019
Listing Expiration
12-31-2019
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 68071-4207-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 30 ml in 1 box of Simethicone, labeled by Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc.. 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 December 01, 2010. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2019.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This product is used to relieve symptoms of extra gas such as belching, bloating, and feelings of pressure/discomfort in the stomach/gut. Simethicone helps break up gas bubbles in the gut.

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

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 68071420701. 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 (5-4-1)
68071-4207-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68071-4207-01

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