NDC Package 71740-339-11 Meloxicam

Suspension Oral - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
71740-339-11
Package Description:
1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON / 100 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Meloxicam
Non-Proprietary Name:
Meloxicam
Substance Name:
Meloxicam
Usage Information:
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis. It reduces pain, swelling, and stiffness of the joints. Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
71740033911
Billing Unit:
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 597406 - meloxicam 7.5 MG in 5 mL Oral Suspension
  • RxCUI: 597406 - meloxicam 1.5 MG/ML Oral Suspension
  • RxCUI: 597406 - meloxicam 7.5 MG per 5 ML Oral Suspension
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Avondale Pharmaceuticals, Llc
    Dosage Form:
    Suspension - A liquid1 dosage form that contains solid particles dispersed in a liquid vehicle.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Active Ingredient(s):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    NDA021530
    Marketing Category:
    NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    11-01-2005
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2025
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 71740-339-11?

    The NDC Packaged Code 71740-339-11 is assigned to a package of 1 bottle, plastic in 1 carton / 100 ml in 1 bottle, plastic of Meloxicam, a human prescription drug labeled by Avondale Pharmaceuticals, Llc. The product's dosage form is suspension and is administered via oral form.

    Is NDC 71740-339 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Meloxicam with product code 71740-339 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Avondale Pharmaceuticals, Llc on November 01, 2005 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 71740-339-11?

    The contents of this package are billed per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 71740-339-11?

    The 11-digit format is 71740033911. 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
    5-3-271740-339-115-4-271740-0339-11