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NDC Package 23155-193-41 Colistimethate Sodium

Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Solution Intramuscular; Intravenous - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

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    2. NDC HCPCS Crosswalk
    3. Other Packages
    4. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
23155-193-41
Package Description:
12 VIAL, GLASS in 1 CARTON / 4 mL in 1 VIAL, GLASS
Product Code:
23155-193
Proprietary Name:
Colistimethate Sodium
Non-Proprietary Name:
Colistimethate Sodium
Substance Name:
Colistimethate Sodium
Usage Information:
Colistimethate for Injection, USP is indicated for the treatment of acute or chronic infections due to sensitive strains of certain gram-negative bacilli. It is particularly indicated when the infection is caused by sensitive strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa. This antibiotic is not indicated for infections due to Proteus or Neisseria. Colistimethate for Injection, USP has proven clinically effective in treatment of infections due to the following gram-negative organisms: Enterobacter aerogenes, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Colistimethate for Injection, USP may be used to initiate therapy in serious infections that are suspected to be due to gram-negative organisms and in the treatment of infections due to susceptible gram-negative pathogenic bacilli.To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of Colistimethate for Injection, USP and other antibacterial drugs, Colistimethate for Injection, USP should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. When culture and susceptibility information are available, they should be considered in selecting or modifying antibacterial therapy. In the absence of such data, local epidemiology and susceptibility patterns may contribute to the empiric selection of therapy.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
23155019341
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
1 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 1117522 - colistin 75 MG/ML Injectable Solution
  • RxCUI: 1117522 - colistin (as colistimethate sodium) 75 MG/ML Injectable Solution
    • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Heritage Pharmaceuticals Inc. D/b/a Avet Pharmaceuticals Inc.
    Dosage Form:
    Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Solution - A dosage form intended for the solution prepared by lyophilization ("freeze drying"), a process which involves the removal of water from products in the frozen state at extremely low pressures; this is intended for subsequent addition of liquid to create a solution that conforms in all respects to the requirements for Injections.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Intramuscular - Administration within a muscle.
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
    • Active Ingredient(s):
  • COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM 150 mg/4mL
    • Pharmacologic Class(es):
  • Polymyxin-class Antibacterial - [EPC] (Established Pharmacologic Class)
  • Polymyxins - [CS]
    • Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    ANDA202359
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    09-09-2021
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    NDC HCPCS Crosswalk

    This crosswalk is intended to help the public understand which drug products (identified by NDCs) are assigned to which HCPCS billing codes.

    NDC 23155-193-41 HCPCS crosswalk information with package details and bill units information.

    NDC Billing CodeHCPCS CodeHCPCS Code Desc.DosagePackage SizePackage QuantityBillable UnitsBillable Units / Pkg
    23155019341J0770Colistimethate sodium injUP TO 150 MG112112

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    Other Product Packages

    The following packages are also available for this product:

    NDC Package CodePackage Description
    23155-193-311 VIAL, GLASS in 1 CARTON / 4 mL in 1 VIAL, GLASS

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 23155-193-41?

    The NDC Packaged Code 23155-193-41 is assigned to a package of 12 vial, glass in 1 carton / 4 ml in 1 vial, glass of Colistimethate Sodium, a human prescription drug labeled by Heritage Pharmaceuticals Inc. D/b/a Avet Pharmaceuticals Inc.. The product's dosage form is injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution and is administered via intramuscular; intravenous form.

    Is NDC 23155-193 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Colistimethate Sodium with product code 23155-193 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Heritage Pharmaceuticals Inc. D/b/a Avet Pharmaceuticals Inc. on September 09, 2021 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2024 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the NDC billing unit for package 23155-193-41?

    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 23155-193-41?

    The 11-digit format is 23155019341. 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 5-3-2 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
    5-3-223155-193-415-4-223155-0193-41