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NDC Package 70842-160-10 Minocin

Minocycline Hydrochloride Injection Intravenous - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

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Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
70842-160-10
Package Description:
10 VIAL in 1 CARTON / 1 INJECTION in 1 VIAL (70842-160-01)
Product Code:
70842-160
Proprietary Name:
Minocin
Non-Proprietary Name:
Minocycline Hydrochloride
Substance Name:
Minocycline Hydrochloride
Usage Information:
Minocycline is used to treat a wide variety of infections. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as tetracycline antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
70842016010
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
10 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 207358 - Minocin 100 MG Injection
  • RxCUI: 207358 - minocycline 100 MG Injection [Minocin]
  • RxCUI: 317127 - minocycline 100 MG Injection
  • RxCUI: 317127 - minocycline (as minocycline hydrochloride) 100 MG Injection
    • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Melinta Therapeutics, Llc
    Dosage Form:
    Injection - A sterile preparation intended for parenteral use; five distinct classes of injections exist as defined by the USP.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
    • Active Ingredient(s):
  • MINOCYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE 100 mg/1
    • Pharmacologic Class(es):
  • Decreased Prothrombin Activity - [PE] (Physiologic Effect)
  • Tetracycline-class Drug - [EPC] (Established Pharmacologic Class)
  • Tetracyclines - [CS]
    • Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    NDA050444
    Marketing Category:
    NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    04-19-2013
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 70842-160-10?

    The NDC Packaged Code 70842-160-10 is assigned to a package of 10 vial in 1 carton / 1 injection in 1 vial (70842-160-01) of Minocin, a human prescription drug labeled by Melinta Therapeutics, Llc. The product's dosage form is injection and is administered via intravenous form.This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 10 billable units per package.

    Is NDC 70842-160 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Minocin with product code 70842-160 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Melinta Therapeutics, Llc on April 19, 2013 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 70842-160-10?

    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 10.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 70842-160-10?

    The 11-digit format is 70842016010. 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
    5-3-270842-160-105-4-270842-0160-10