Carbamazepine Suspension
NDC Package 17856-4047-1

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

Package Information

Carbamazepine suspension is carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures. This formulation utilizes a suspension delivery system. Marketed by Atlantic Biologicals Corps, this product is identified by NDC 17856-4047 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA076729.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
17856-4047-1
Package Description
10 mL in 1 CUP
Product Code
17856-4047
11-Digit Billing Format
17856404701
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
10 ML
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Carbamazepine
Non-Proprietary Name
Carbamazepine
Substance Name
Carbamazepine
Dosage Form
Suspension - A liquid1 dosage form that contains solid particles dispersed in a liquid vehicle.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
CARBAMAZEPINE 100 mg/5mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures. This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or anti-epileptic drug. It is also used to relieve certain types of nerve pain (such as trigeminal neuralgia). This medication works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain and restoring the normal balance of nerve activity.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Atlantic Biologicals Corps
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA076729
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
09-20-2004
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 17856-4047-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 ml in 1 cup of Carbamazepine, a human prescription drug labeled by Atlantic Biologicals Corps. This product is billed per "ML" milliliter and contains an estimated amount of 10 billable units per package. This suspension is formulated for oral use and contains carbamazepine 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 Corps on September 20, 2004. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Carbamazepine is used to prevent and control seizures. This medication is known as an anticonvulsant or anti-epileptic drug. It is also used to relieve certain types of nerve pain (such as trigeminal neuralgia). This medication works by reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain and restoring the normal balance of nerve activity.

How is this Atlantic Biologicals Corps product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 17856404701. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 10 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 (5-4-1)
17856-4047-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
17856-4047-01

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