NDC Compounded Drug 71506-035-56 Acyclovir Sodium

Injection Intravenous

Compounded Drug Product Information

NDC Product Code 71506-035
NDC Package Code 71506-035-56
11-Digit NDC Billing Format NDC Format for Billing
For insurance billing purposes the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) created an 11 digit NDC derivative identifier. If the NDC Package code is less than 11 digits the code must be padded with leading zeros. The leading zeros must be added to the appropriate segment to create a 5-4-2 configuration.
71506003556
Package Description 100 mL in 1 BAG
Product Type What kind of product is this?
Indicates the type of product, such as Human Prescription Drug or Human Over the Counter Drug. This data element matches the “Document Type” field of the Structured Product Listing.
Human Compounded Drug
Proprietary Name What is the Proprietary Name?
The proprietary name also known as the trade name is the name of the product chosen by the medication labeler for marketing purposes.
Acyclovir Sodium
Non-Proprietary Name What is the Non-Proprietary Name?
The non-proprietary name is sometimes called the generic name. The generic name usually includes the active ingredient(s) of the product.
Acyclovir Sodium
Substance Name What is the Substance Name?
An active ingredient is the substance responsible for the medicinal effects of a product specified by the substance's molecular structure or if the molecular structure is not known, defined by an unambiguous definition that identifies the substance. Each active ingredient name is the preferred term of the UNII code submitted.
Acyclovir Sodium
Usage Information Product Usage Information
The drug use information is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of a health care professional. Always ask a health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
This medication is used in certain people to treat outbreaks of herpes simplex infection of the skin (such as on the genitals), mucous membrane areas (such as the mouth, nose), or brain. It is also used in certain people to treat shingles infection. The viruses that cause these infections live in the body quietly until an outbreak occurs. Acyclovir does not cure these infections, but can speed healing of the sores, decrease pain/itching/formation of new sores, and lower the risk of other problems from the virus (e.g., infection spreading to other parts of the body/organs, persistent pain after sores heal).
Dosage Form Injection - A sterile preparation intended for parenteral use; five distinct classes of injections exist as defined by the USP.
Route Name Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
Marketing Category OUTSOURCING FACILITY COMPOUNDED HUMAN DRUG PRODUCT (EXEMPT FROM APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS)
Labeler Code 71506
Labeler Name What is the Labeler Name?
Name of Company corresponding to the labeler code segment of the Product NDC.
Fresenius Kabi Compounding Llc Dba Fagron Sterile Services
Substance Name Acyclovir Sodium
Active Ingredients Information 200 mg/100 mL
Reporting Period 2022-2

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NDC number assigned to Acyclovir Sodium?

Acyclovir Sodium was assigned by its manufacturer with NDC product code 71506-035. This product is a drug classified as a human compounded drug. Compounded drugs are medications created by combining or altering existing drugs to meet the specific needs of certain patients. The NDC directory only includes information about compounded drugs from facilities that choose to assign NDC numbers to their products.

Which are the NDC package codes for Acyclovir Sodium?

The NDC package code 71506-035-56 was assigned to a 100 mL in 1 BAG of acyclovir sodium administered intravenous via injection.

Who manufactures this product?

Acyclovir Sodium is manufactured by an outsourced facility and labeled by Fresenius Kabi Compounding Llc Dba Fagron Sterile Services. All compounded drugs included in the NDC directory are classified as "Outsourcing Facility Compounded Human Drug Product (Exempt from Approval Requirements)". Outsourcing facilities are a type of drug compounding facility regulated under Section 503B of the FD&C Act could be eligible for exemptions from drug registration if they meet all the conditions specified under Section 503B.