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NDC Package 0555-1131-11 Deferoxamine Mesylate

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Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
0555-1131-11
Package Description:
4 VIAL, SINGLE-USE in 1 CARTON / 20 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE
Product Code:
0555-1131
Proprietary Name:
Deferoxamine Mesylate
Usage Information:
This medication is used along with other treatments (such as causing vomiting with syrup of ipecac, stomach pumping) to treat sudden iron poisoning. It is most effective when given as soon as possible after the iron was eaten. This medication can also be used to help get rid of iron in patients with high iron levels due to many blood transfusions. Deferoxamine is an iron-binding agent that belongs to a class of drugs known as heavy metal antagonists. It works by helping the kidneys and gallbladder get rid of the extra iron. This medication is not recommended for use in children less than 3 years old (see also Precautions section).
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
00555113111
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
1 EA
Labeler Name:
Barr Laboratories Inc.
Sample Package:
No
FDA Application Number:
ANDA076019
Marketing Category:
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date:
05-04-2004
End Marketing Date:
03-31-2014
Listing Expiration Date:
03-31-2014
Exclude Flag:
D
Code Structure:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NDC 0555-1131-11?

The NDC Packaged Code 0555-1131-11 is assigned to a package of 4 vial, single-use in 1 carton / 20 ml in 1 vial, single-use of Deferoxamine Mesylate, labeled by Barr Laboratories Inc.. The product's dosage form is and is administered via form.This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 1 billable units per package.

Is NDC 0555-1131 included in the NDC Directory?

The product was first marketed by Barr Laboratories Inc. on May 04, 2004 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on March 31, 2014 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

What is the NDC billing unit for package 0555-1131-11?

The contents of this package are billed per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units. The calculated billable units for this package is 1.

What is the 11-digit format for NDC 0555-1131-11?

The 11-digit format is 00555113111. The 11-digit billing format might be required by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers in billing claim forms.

This package code is originally configured in a 4-4-2 segment 10-digit format and by adding a zero within the original NDC package code we can obtain the converted 11-digit format in a 5-4-2 segment configuration. The table below shows the 11-digit code conversion:

10-Digit Format10-Digit Original Code11-Digit Format11-Digit Code
4-4-20555-1131-115-4-200555-1131-11