Paroxetine
NDC Package 16590-181-28

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Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was inactivated by the FDA.

Paroxetine is the use of MAOIs intended to treat depression with, or within 14 days of treatment with, paroxetine tablets is contraindicated (see WARNINGS). Do not start paroxetine tablets in a patient who is being treated with a reversible MAOI such as linezolid or methylene blue because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)-like reactions (see WARNINGS). Concomitant use with thioridazine is contraindicated (see WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS). Concomitant use in patients taking pimozide is contraindicated (see PRECAUTIONS).  Paroxetine tablets are contraindicated in patients with a hypersensitivity to paroxetine or any of the inactive ingredients in paroxetine tablets. Marketed by Stat Rx Usa Llc, this product is identified by NDC 16590-181 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA078406.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
16590-181-28
Package Description
28 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
11-Digit Billing Format
16590018128
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
28 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Paroxetine
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
The use of MAOIs intended to treat depression with, or within 14 days of treatment with, paroxetine tablets is contraindicated (see WARNINGS). Do not start paroxetine tablets in a patient who is being treated with a reversible MAOI such as linezolid or methylene blue because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome or neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)-like reactions (see WARNINGS). Concomitant use with thioridazine is contraindicated (see WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS). Concomitant use in patients taking pimozide is contraindicated (see PRECAUTIONS).  Paroxetine tablets are contraindicated in patients with a hypersensitivity to paroxetine or any of the inactive ingredients in paroxetine tablets.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Stat Rx Usa Llc
FDA Application #
ANDA078406
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
07-25-2007
Listing Expiration
12-31-2017
Exclude Flag
I
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 (16590-181). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

15 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
60 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
90 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 16590-181-28 identifies a specific commercial package of 28 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Paroxetine, labeled by Stat Rx Usa Llc. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 28 billable units per package. 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 Stat Rx Usa Llc on July 25, 2007. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.

How is this Stat Rx Usa Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 16590018128. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 28 total billable units per package. 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)
16590-181-28
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
16590-0181-28

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