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NDC Package 69846-140-01 Alophen

Bisacodyl Tablet, Coated Oral - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

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    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Find all the important details about this NDC Package code, including the 11-Digit NDC Billing number, billing units, wholesale price, RxNorm crosswalk, active ingredients, pharmacologic clasess, etc.

NDC Package Code:
69846-140-01
Package Description:
1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON / 100 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code:
69846-140
Proprietary Name:
Alophen
Non-Proprietary Name:
Bisacodyl
Substance Name:
Bisacodyl
Usage Information:
Bisacodyl is used to treat constipation. It may also be used to clean out the intestines before a bowel examination/surgery. Bisacodyl is known as a stimulant laxative. It works by increasing the movement of the intestines, helping the stool to come out.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
69846014001
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
1 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 308753 - bisacodyl 5 MG Delayed Release Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 308753 - bisacodyl 5 MG Enteric Coated Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 750171 - Alophen 5 MG Delayed Release Oral Tablet, Reformulated Jan 2008
  • RxCUI: 750171 - bisacodyl 5 MG Delayed Release Oral Tablet [Alophen Reformulated Jan 2008]
  • RxCUI: 750171 - Alophen Reformulated Jan 2008 5 MG Delayed Release Oral Tablet
    • Product Type:
    Human Otc Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Numark Brands, Inc
    Dosage Form:
    Tablet, Coated - A solid dosage form that contains medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents and is covered with a designated coating.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
    • Active Ingredient(s):
  • BISACODYL 5 mg/1
    • Pharmacologic Class(es):
  • Increased Large Intestinal Motility - [PE] (Physiologic Effect)
  • Stimulant Laxative - [EPC] (Established Pharmacologic Class)
  • Stimulation Large Intestine Fluid/Electrolyte Secretion - [PE] (Physiologic Effect)
    • Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    M007
    Marketing Category:
    OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
    Start Marketing Date:
    04-15-1907
    End Marketing Date:
    06-01-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 69846-140-01?

    The NDC Packaged Code 69846-140-01 is assigned to a package of 1 bottle, plastic in 1 carton / 100 tablet, coated in 1 bottle, plastic of Alophen, a human over the counter drug labeled by Numark Brands, Inc. The product's dosage form is tablet, coated and is administered via oral form.This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 1 billable units per package.

    Is NDC 69846-140 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Alophen with product code 69846-140 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Numark Brands, Inc on April 15, 1907.

    What is the NDC billing unit for package 69846-140-01?

    The contents of this package are billed per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units. The calculated billable units for this package is 1.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 69846-140-01?

    The 11-digit format is 69846014001. The 11-digit billing format might be required by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers in billing claim forms.

    This package code is originally configured in a 5-3-2 segment 10-digit format and by adding a zero within the original NDC package code we can obtain the converted 11-digit format in a 5-4-2 segment configuration. The table below shows the 11-digit code conversion:

    10-Digit Format10-Digit Original Code11-Digit Format11-Digit Code
    5-3-269846-140-015-4-269846-0140-01