C42741 (766)    ERX SERVICE REASON CODES (52.45)

Name Value
SERVICE REASON CODE C42741
BRIEF DESCRIPTION DISSOLUTION CONTROLLED EXTENDED RELEASE DOSAGE FORM
CODE TYPE ABBREVIATION NCI
CODE DESCRIPTION NCIt
FULL DESCRIPTION
A solid, semi-solid, solution or suspension composed of active and/or inert
ingredient(s) covered with or contained within a polymeric matrix such that
dissolution is determined by the solubility rate of the given polymer. It is
designed to release ingredients at a controlled, prolonged rate so as to reduce
dosing frequency.
NCIT SUBTYPE StrengthForm