Oseltamivir Phosphate
NDC Package 68788-7296-1

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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.

Oseltamivir Phosphate is oseltamivir is used to treat symptoms caused by the flu virus (influenza). Marketed by Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc., this product is identified by NDC 68788-7296 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA209421.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68788-7296-1
Package Description
10 CAPSULE in 1 BLISTER PACK
Product Code
68788-7296
11-Digit Billing Format
68788729601
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
10 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Oseltamivir Phosphate
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Oseltamivir is used to treat symptoms caused by the flu virus (influenza). It helps make the symptoms (such as stuffy nose, cough, sore throat, fever/chills, aches, tiredness) less severe and shortens the recovery time by 1-2 days. This medication may also be used to prevent the flu if you have been exposed to someone who already has the flu (such as a sick household member) or if there is a flu outbreak in the community. Talk to your doctor for more details. This medication works by stopping the flu virus from growing. It is not a substitute for the flu vaccine. (See also Notes section.)

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.
FDA Application #
ANDA209421
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-08-2019
End Marketing Date
08-10-2020
Listing Expiration
08-10-2020
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 68788-7296-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 capsule in 1 blister pack of Oseltamivir Phosphate, labeled by Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 10 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 Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. on January 08, 2019. The current certification is valid through August 10, 2020.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Oseltamivir is used to treat symptoms caused by the flu virus (influenza). It helps make the symptoms (such as stuffy nose, cough, sore throat, fever/chills, aches, tiredness) less severe and shortens the recovery time by 1-2 days. This medication may also be used to prevent the flu if you have been exposed to someone who already has the flu (such as a sick household member) or if there is a flu outbreak in the community. Talk to your doctor for more details. This medication works by stopping the flu virus from growing. It is not a substitute for the flu vaccine. (See also Notes section.)

How is this Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 68788729601. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 10 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 (5-4-1)
68788-7296-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68788-7296-01

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