Fosphenytoin Sodium Injection, Solution
NDC Package 0143-9782-10

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

Package Information

Fosphenytoin Sodium injection is uSP is indicated for the treatment of generalized tonic-clonic status epilepticus and prevention and treatment of seizures occurring during neurosurgery. This formulation utilizes a injection, solution delivery system. Marketed by West-ward Pharmaceuticals Corp, this product is identified by NDC 0143-9782 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA078765.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0143-9782-10
Package Description
10 VIAL in 1 PACKAGE / 10 mL in 1 VIAL (0143-9782-01)
Product Code
0143-9782
11-Digit Billing Format
00143978210
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 1670195 - fosphenytoin sodium 750 MG (as PE 500 MG) per 10 ML Injection
  • RxCUI: 1670195 - 10 ML fosphenytoin sodium 75 MG/ML Injection
  • RxCUI: 1670195 - fosphenytoin sodium 500 MG PE per 10 ML Injection
  • RxCUI: 1670195 - fosphenytoin sodium 75 MG/ML (as phenytoin sodium equivalents 500 MG per 10 ML) Injection
  • RxCUI: 1670200 - fosphenytoin sodium 150 MG (as PE 100 MG) per 2 ML Injection

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Fosphenytoin Sodium
Non-Proprietary Name
Fosphenytoin Sodium
Substance Name
Fosphenytoin Sodium
Dosage Form
Injection, Solution - A liquid preparation containing one or more drug substances dissolved in a suitable solvent or mixture of mutually miscible solvents that is suitable for injection.
Administration Route
  • Intramuscular - Administration within a muscle.
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
Active Ingredient(s)
FOSPHENYTOIN SODIUM 50 mg/mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Fosphenytoin Sodium Injection, USP is indicated for the treatment of generalized tonic-clonic status epilepticus and prevention and treatment of seizures occurring during neurosurgery. Fosphenytoin Sodium Injection, USP can also be substituted, short-term, for oral phenytoin. Fosphenytoin Sodium Injection, USP should be used only when oral phenytoin administration is not possible [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) and Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
West-ward Pharmaceuticals Corp
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA078765
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
12-02-2009
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0143-9782-10 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 vial in 1 package / 10 ml in 1 vial (0143-9782-01) of Fosphenytoin Sodium, a human prescription drug labeled by West-ward Pharmaceuticals Corp. This injection, solution is formulated for intramuscular; intravenous use and contains fosphenytoin sodium as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by West-ward Pharmaceuticals Corp on December 02, 2009. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this West-ward Pharmaceuticals Corp product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00143978210. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. 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 (4-4-2)
0143-9782-10
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00143-9782-10

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