One 10 mg tablet of tacrine hydrochloride, an oral Alzheimer's disease medication

This code represents the cholinesterase inhibitor medication, tacrine hydrochloride, in a 10 mg dosage. Tacrine was historically used to improve cognitive function in patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease by increasing acetylcholine levels in the brain. It is an oral medication.

This code would be used to report the supply of 10 mg tacrine hydrochloride. While tacrine is largely discontinued due to significant side effects and the availability of newer agents, this code may still be relevant for historical billing adjustments or in rare, specific circumstances where it might still be prescribed. Documentation should clearly indicate the drug, dosage, and medical necessity.

• Verify the specific dosage administered or supplied, as tacrine was available in multiple strengths.
• Ensure documentation supports the use of tacrine, even if it is an older medication.
• Do not confuse with other cholinesterase inhibitors like donepezil, rivastigmine, or galantamine, which have their own specific codes.