Leader Castor Oil
NDC Package 70000-0024-1

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

Package Information

Leader Castor Oil (castor oil) oils is adults and children over 12 years of age - 1 to a maximum of 4 tablespoons (15 to 60 mL) in a single daily dosechildren 2 to under 12 years of age - 1 to a maximum of 3 teaspoons (5 to 15 mL) in a single daily dosechildren under 2 years of age - do not use, consult a doctor. This formulation utilizes a oil delivery system. Marketed by Cardinal Health, 110 Dba Leader, this product is identified by NDC 70000-0024 and is authorized under FDA application M007.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
70000-0024-1
Package Description
118 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
70000-0024
11-Digit Billing Format
70000002401
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
118 ML
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Leader Castor Oil
Non-Proprietary Name
Castor Oil
Substance Name
Castor Oil
Dosage Form
Oil - An unctuous, combustible substance which is liquid, or easily liquefiable, on warming, and is soluble in ether but insoluble in water. Such substances, depending on their origin, are classified as animal, mineral, or vegetable oils.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
CASTOR OIL 1 g/mL
Usage Information
Adults and children over 12 years of age - 1 to a maximum of 4 tablespoons (15 to 60 mL) in a single daily dosechildren 2 to under 12 years of age - 1 to a maximum of 3 teaspoons (5 to 15 mL) in a single daily dosechildren under 2 years of age - do not use, consult a doctor

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Cardinal Health, 110 Dba Leader
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M007
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
03-12-2019
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
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 70000-0024-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 118 ml in 1 bottle, plastic of Leader Castor Oil, a human over the counter drug labeled by Cardinal Health, 110 Dba Leader. This oil is formulated for oral use and contains castor oil 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 Cardinal Health, 110 Dba Leader on March 12, 2019. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this Cardinal Health, 110 Dba Leader product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 70000002401. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 118 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)
70000-0024-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
70000-0024-01

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