Emerphed Injection
NDC Package 14789-252-10

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

Package Information

Emerphed (ephedrine sulfate) injection is eMERPHED is indicated for the treatment of clinically important hypotension occurring in the setting of anesthesia. This formulation utilizes a injection delivery system. Marketed by Nexus Pharmaceuticals, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 14789-252 and is authorized under FDA application NDA213407.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
14789-252-10
Package Description
10 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON / 10 mL in 1 SYRINGE (14789-252-09)
Product Code
14789-252
11-Digit Billing Format
14789025210
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 2586841 - ePHEDrine sulfate 25 MG in 5 ML Prefilled Syringe
  • RxCUI: 2586841 - 5 ML ephedrine sulfate 5 MG/ML Prefilled Syringe
  • RxCUI: 2586841 - ephedrine sulfate 25 MG (equivalent to 19 MG ephedrine) per 5 ML Prefilled Syringe
  • RxCUI: 2631015 - Emerphed 25 MG in 5 ML Prefilled Syringe
  • RxCUI: 2631015 - 5 ML ephedrine sulfate 5 MG/ML Prefilled Syringe [Emerphed]

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Emerphed Pfs
Non-Proprietary Name
Ephedrine Sulfate
Substance Name
Ephedrine Sulfate
Dosage Form
Injection - A sterile preparation intended for parenteral use; five distinct classes of injections exist as defined by the USP.
Administration Route
Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
Active Ingredient(s)
EPHEDRINE SULFATE 5 mg/mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
EMERPHED is indicated for the treatment of clinically important hypotension occurring in the setting of anesthesia.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Nexus Pharmaceuticals, Llc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA213407
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
03-01-2023
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 14789-252-10 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 syringe in 1 carton / 10 ml in 1 syringe (14789-252-09) of Emerphed Pfs, a human prescription drug labeled by Nexus Pharmaceuticals, Llc. This injection is formulated for intravenous use and contains ephedrine sulfate 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 Nexus Pharmaceuticals, Llc on March 01, 2023. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Nexus Pharmaceuticals, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 14789025210. 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 (5-3-2)
14789-252-10
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
14789-0252-10

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