Sodium Citrate And Citric Acid Solution
NDC Package 17856-0595-3

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

Package Information

Sodium Citrate And Citric Acid (sodium citrate and citric acid monohydrate) solution is sodium Citrate and Citric Acid Oral Solution USP is an effective alkalinizing agent. This formulation utilizes a solution delivery system. Marketed by Atlantic Biologicals Corp., this product is identified by NDC 17856-0595.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
17856-0595-3
Package Description
50 CUP in 1 CASE / 30 mL in 1 CUP
Product Code
17856-0595
11-Digit Billing Format
17856059503
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 543014 - citric acid 334 MG / sodium citrate 500 MG in 5 mL Oral Solution
  • RxCUI: 543014 - citric acid 66.8 MG/ML / sodium citrate 100 MG/ML Oral Solution
  • RxCUI: 543014 - citric acid 1002 MG / sodium citrate 1500 MG per 15 ML Oral Solution
  • RxCUI: 543014 - citric acid 2004 MG / sodium citrate 3000 MG per 30 ML Oral Solution
  • RxCUI: 543014 - citric acid 334 MG / sodium citrate 500 MG per 5 ML Oral Solution

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Sodium Citrate And Citric Acid
Non-Proprietary Name
Sodium Citrate And Citric Acid Monohydrate
Substance Name
Anhydrous Citric Acid; Sodium Citrate
Dosage Form
Solution - A clear, homogeneous liquid1 dosage form that contains one or more chemical substances dissolved in a solvent or mixture of mutually miscible solvents.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Sodium Citrate and Citric Acid Oral Solution USP is an effective alkalinizing agent. It is useful in those conditions where long-term maintenance of an alkaline urine is desirable, and is of value in the alleviation of chronic metabolic acidosis, such as results from chronic renal insufficiency or the syndrome of renal tubular acidosis, especially when the administration of potassium salts is undesirable or contraindicated. This product is also useful for buffering and neutralizing gastric hydrochloric acid quickly and effectively.Sodium Citrate and Citric Acid Oral Solution USP is concentrated, and when administered after meals and before bedtime, allows one to maintain an alkaline urinary pH around the clock, usually without the necessity of a 2 A.M. dose. This product alkalinizes the urine without producing a systemic alkalosis in the recommended dosage. This product is highly palatable, pleasant tasting, and tolerable, even when administered for long periods.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Atlantic Biologicals Corp.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
Marketing Category
UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER - An unapproved drug product in a marketing category that is not reflected on a particular list.
Start Marketing Date
01-01-1969
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
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 (17856-0595). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

17856-0595-1
72 CUP, UNIT-DOSE in 1 CASE / 15 mL in 1 CUP, UNIT-DOSE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 17856-0595-3 identifies a specific commercial package of 50 cup in 1 case / 30 ml in 1 cup of Sodium Citrate And Citric Acid, a human prescription drug labeled by Atlantic Biologicals Corp.. This solution is formulated for oral use and contains anhydrous citric acid; sodium citrate 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 Atlantic Biologicals Corp. on January 01, 1969. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this Atlantic Biologicals Corp. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 17856059503. 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 (5-4-1)
17856-0595-3
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
17856-0595-03

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