Acarbose
NDC Package 68151-0537-1

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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 inactivated by the FDA.

Acarbose is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Marketed by Carilion Materials Management, this product is identified by NDC 68151-0537 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA090912.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68151-0537-1
Package Description
1 TABLET in 1 BLISTER PACK
Product Code
68151-0537
11-Digit Billing Format
68151053701
RxNorm Crosswalk
RxCUI: 199149 - acarbose 50 MG Oral Tablet

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Acarbose
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Acarbose is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Acarbose works in your intestines to slow the breakdown and absorption of carbohydrates from foods that you eat. This effect helps lessen your blood sugar rise after a meal.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Carilion Materials Management
FDA Application #
ANDA090912
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
07-28-2011
Listing Expiration
12-31-2018
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 68151-0537-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 tablet in 1 blister pack of Acarbose, labeled by Carilion Materials Management. 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 Carilion Materials Management on July 28, 2011. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2018.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Acarbose is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Acarbose works in your intestines to slow the breakdown and absorption of carbohydrates from foods that you eat. This effect helps lessen your blood sugar rise after a meal.

How is this Carilion Materials Management product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 68151053701. 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)
68151-0537-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68151-0537-01

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