NDC Package 70000-0538-1 Gentle Laxative

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

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NDC Package Code:

70000-0538-1

Package Description:

100 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE

Product Code:

70000-0538

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:

70000053801

Billing Unit:

EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.

NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:

100 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

Dosage Form:

Tablet - A solid dosage form containing medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents.

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:

FDA Application Number:

505G(a)(3)

Marketing Category:

OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -

Start Marketing Date:

11-01-2019

Listing Expiration Date:

12-31-2024

Exclude Flag:

Code Structure:

70000 - Cardinal Health
- 70000-0538 - Gentle Laxative
  - 70000-0538-1 - 100 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NDC 70000-0538-1?

The NDC Packaged Code 70000-0538-1 is assigned to a package of 100 tablet in 1 bottle of Gentle Laxative, a human over the counter drug labeled by Cardinal Health. The product's dosage form is tablet and is administered via oral form.

Is NDC 70000-0538 included in the NDC Directory?

Yes, Gentle Laxative with product code 70000-0538 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Cardinal Health on November 01, 2019 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2024 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

What is the NDC billing unit for package 70000-0538-1?

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 100.

What is the 11-digit format for NDC 70000-0538-1?

The 11-digit format is 70000053801. 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 Format	10-Digit Original Code	11-Digit Format	11-Digit Code
5-4-1	70000-0538-1	5-4-2	70000-0538-01

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