Lubricating Tears Solution/ Drops
NDC Package 69618-076-55

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Lubricating Tears (carboxymethylcellulose sodium 0.5% solution) solution/ dropses is dIRECTIONSInstill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed. This formulation utilizes a solution/ drops delivery system. Marketed by Reliable 1 Laboritories Llc, this product is identified by NDC 69618-076 and is authorized under FDA application M018.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
69618-076-55
Package Description
1 BOTTLE, DROPPER in 1 CARTON / 15 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER
Product Code
69618-076
11-Digit Billing Format
69618007655
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 1188426 - carboxymethylcellulose sodium 0.5 % Ophthalmic Solution
  • RxCUI: 1188426 - carboxymethylcellulose sodium 5 MG/ML Ophthalmic Solution
  • RxCUI: 1188426 - carboxymethylcellulose sodium 0.5 GM per 100 ML Ophthalmic Solution

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Lubricating Tears
Non-Proprietary Name
Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium 0.5% Solution
Substance Name
Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium, Unspecified Form
Dosage Form
Solution/ Drops - A solution which is usually administered in a drop-wise fashion.
Administration Route
Ophthalmic - Administration to the external eye.
Active Ingredient(s)
CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE SODIUM, UNSPECIFIED FORM 5 mg/mL
Usage Information
DIRECTIONSInstill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Reliable 1 Laboritories Llc
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M018
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
12-02-2024
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 69618-076-55 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 bottle, dropper in 1 carton / 15 ml in 1 bottle, dropper of Lubricating Tears, a human over the counter drug labeled by Reliable 1 Laboritories Llc. This solution/ drops is formulated for ophthalmic use and contains carboxymethylcellulose sodium, unspecified form as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Reliable 1 Laboritories Llc on December 02, 2024. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Reliable 1 Laboritories Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 69618007655. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. 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)
69618-076-55
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
69618-0076-55

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