Triamterene And Hydrochlorothiazide
NDC Package 70934-159-30

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

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was inactivated by the FDA.

Triamterene And Hydrochlorothiazide is this fixed combination drug is not indicated for the initial therapy of edema or hypertension except in individuals in whom the development of hypokalemia cannot be risked.Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide tablets are indicated for the treatment of hypertension or edema in patients who develop hypokalemia on hydrochlorothiazide alone. Marketed by Denton Pharma, Inc. Dba Northwind Pharmaceuticals, this product is identified by NDC 70934-159 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA073449.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
70934-159-30
Package Description
30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
70934-159
11-Digit Billing Format
70934015930
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
30 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 310812 - triamterene 37.5 MG / hydroCHLOROthiazide 25 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 310812 - hydrochlorothiazide 25 MG / triamterene 37.5 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 310812 - HCTZ 25 MG / triamterene 37.5 MG Oral Tablet

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Triamterene And Hydrochlorothiazide
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This fixed combination drug is not indicated for the initial therapy of edema or hypertension except in individuals in whom the development of hypokalemia cannot be risked.Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide tablets are indicated for the treatment of hypertension or edema in patients who develop hypokalemia on hydrochlorothiazide alone. Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide is also indicated for those patients who require a thiazide diuretic and in whom the development of hypokalemia cannot be risked (e.g., patients on concomitant digitalis preparations, or with a history of cardiac arrhythmias, etc.).Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide may be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive drugs such as beta-blockers. Since triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide may enhance the actions of these drugs, dosage adjustments may be necessary.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Denton Pharma, Inc. Dba Northwind Pharmaceuticals
FDA Application #
ANDA073449
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
08-28-2018
Listing Expiration
12-31-2022
Exclude Flag
I
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 70934-159-30 identifies a specific commercial package of 30 tablet in 1 bottle, plastic of Triamterene And Hydrochlorothiazide, labeled by Denton Pharma, Inc. Dba Northwind Pharmaceuticals. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 30 billable units per package. This is formulated for use and contains as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

This product code is currently listed as inactive or excluded from the primary directory. It was introduced to the market by Denton Pharma, Inc. Dba Northwind Pharmaceuticals on August 28, 2018. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2022.

How is this Denton Pharma, Inc. Dba Northwind Pharmaceuticals product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 70934015930. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 30 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 (5-3-2)
70934-159-30
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
70934-0159-30

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