Emetrol Cherry
NDC Package 68788-9801-1

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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.

Emetrol Cherry is for maximum effectiveness never dilute or drink fluids of any kind immediately before or after taking this productadults and children 12 years of age and over: one to two tablespoonschildren 2 to under 12: one or two teaspoonsrepeat dose every 15 minutes or until distress subsidesdo not take more than 5 doses in 1 hour without consulting a doctor. Marketed by Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc, this product is identified by NDC 68788-9801.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68788-9801-1
Package Description
118 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
68788-9801
11-Digit Billing Format
68788980101
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 318146 - dextrose 1.87 GM / fructose 1.87 GM / phosphoric acid 21.5 MG in 5 mL Oral Solution
  • RxCUI: 318146 - fructose 374 MG/ML / glucose 374 MG/ML / phosphoric acid 4.3 MG/ML Oral Solution
  • RxCUI: 318146 - dextrose 1.87 GM / fructose 1.87 GM / phosphoric acid 21.5 MG per 5 ML Oral Solution
  • RxCUI: 809602 - Emetrol 1.87 GM / 1.87 GM / 21.5 MG in 5 mL Oral Solution
  • RxCUI: 809602 - fructose 374 MG/ML / glucose 374 MG/ML / phosphoric acid 4.3 MG/ML Oral Solution [Emetrol]

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Emetrol Cherry
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
For maximum effectiveness never dilute or drink fluids of any kind immediately before or after taking this productadults and children 12 years of age and over: one to two tablespoonschildren 2 to under 12: one or two teaspoonsrepeat dose every 15 minutes or until distress subsidesdo not take more than 5 doses in 1 hour without consulting a doctor

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc
Marketing Category
UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER - An unapproved drug product in a marketing category that is not reflected on a particular list.
Start Marketing Date
04-23-2012
Listing Expiration
12-31-2017
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 68788-9801-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 118 ml in 1 bottle of Emetrol Cherry, labeled by Preferred 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 Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc on April 23, 2012. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.

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

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 68788980101. 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)
68788-9801-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68788-9801-01

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