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NDC Package 70000-0221-3 Gentle Laxative

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

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    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
70000-0221-3
Package Description:
7 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / 25 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK
Product Code:
70000-0221
Proprietary Name:
Gentle Laxative
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:
70000022103
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
7 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 308753 - bisacodyl 5 MG Delayed Release Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 308753 - bisacodyl 5 MG Enteric Coated Oral Tablet
    • Product Type:
    Human Otc Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Cardinal Health 110, Llc. Dba Leader
    Dosage Form:
    Tablet, Delayed Release - A solid dosage form which releases a drug (or drugs) at a time other than promptly after administration. Enteric-coated articles are delayed release dosage forms.
    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:
    505G(a)(3)
    Marketing Category:
    OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
    Start Marketing Date:
    03-25-2002
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2025
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Other Product Packages

    The following packages are also available for this product:

    NDC Package CodePackage Description
    70000-0221-11 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / 10 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK
    70000-0221-21 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / 25 TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 70000-0221-3?

    The NDC Packaged Code 70000-0221-3 is assigned to a package of 7 blister pack in 1 carton / 25 tablet, delayed release in 1 blister pack of Gentle Laxative, a human over the counter drug labeled by Cardinal Health 110, Llc. Dba Leader. The product's dosage form is tablet, delayed release and is administered via oral form.

    Is NDC 70000-0221 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Gentle Laxative with product code 70000-0221 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Cardinal Health 110, Llc. Dba Leader on March 25, 2002 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2025 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the NDC billing unit for package 70000-0221-3?

    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 7.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 70000-0221-3?

    The 11-digit format is 70000022103. 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 5-4-1 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
    5-4-170000-0221-35-4-270000-0221-03