Cefotan
NDC Package 0310-0375-10

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was discontinued by the firm.

Cefotan is cefotetan is an antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Marketed by Astrazeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp, this product is identified by NDC 0310-0375 and is authorized under FDA application NDA050588.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
0310-0375-10
Package Description
6 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON / 1 INJECTION in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE
Product Code
0310-0375
11-Digit Billing Format
00310037510

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Cefotan
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Cefotetan is an antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It may also be used before and during certain surgeries to help prevent infection. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Astrazeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp
FDA Application #
NDA050588
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
12-27-1985
End Marketing Date
07-07-2007
Listing Expiration
07-07-2007
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (0310-0375). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

0310-0375-61
6 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE in 1 CARTON / 1 INJECTION in 1 VIAL, PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 0310-0375-10 identifies a specific commercial package of 6 vial, pharmacy bulk package in 1 carton / 1 injection in 1 vial, pharmacy bulk package of Cefotan, labeled by Astrazeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp. This is formulated for use and contains as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

This product code is currently listed as inactive or excluded from the primary directory. It was introduced to the market by Astrazeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp on December 27, 1985. The current certification is valid through July 07, 2007.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Cefotetan is an antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It may also be used before and during certain surgeries to help prevent infection. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

How is this Astrazeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00310037510. 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)
0310-0375-10
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
00310-0375-10

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