Metronidazole
NDC Package 42546-700-45

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

Package Information

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

Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections. Marketed by Prugen, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 42546-700 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA077819.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
42546-700-45
Package Description
1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 45 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
42546-700
11-Digit Billing Format
42546070045
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
45 GM
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Metronidazole
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria and parasites. This antibiotic treats only certain bacterial and parasitic infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. Metronidazole may also be used with other medications to treat certain stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by a bacteria (H. pylori).

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Prugen, Inc.
FDA Application #
ANDA077819
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
07-18-2006
Listing Expiration
12-31-2019
Exclude Flag
I
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 42546-700-45 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 tube in 1 carton / 45 g in 1 tube of Metronidazole, labeled by Prugen, Inc.. 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 Prugen, Inc. on July 18, 2006. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2019.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria and parasites. This antibiotic treats only certain bacterial and parasitic infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. Metronidazole may also be used with other medications to treat certain stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by a bacteria (H. pylori).

How is this Prugen, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 42546070045. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. There are 45 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)
42546-700-45
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
42546-0700-45

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