Decitabine
NDC Package 42737-110-01

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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 discontinued by the firm.

Decitabine is a medication used to treat a group of blood/bone marrow disorders (myelodysplastic syndromes-MDS) in which the bone marrow does not produce enough healthy blood cells. Marketed by Chemi Pharma Llc, this product is identified by NDC 42737-110 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA206033.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
42737-110-01
Package Description
1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE in 1 CARTON / 20 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE
Product Code
42737-110
11-Digit Billing Format
42737011001

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Decitabine
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat a group of blood/bone marrow disorders (myelodysplastic syndromes-MDS) in which the bone marrow does not produce enough healthy blood cells. People with MDS may have problems such as infections, anemia, and easy bleeding/bruising. Decitabine is a chemotherapy drug. It is believed to work by helping your bone marrow grow normal blood cells so you will need fewer blood transfusions. Decitabine also kills abnormal blood cells that have grown too fast and do not work properly.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Chemi Pharma Llc
FDA Application #
ANDA206033
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
10-31-2019
End Marketing Date
12-05-2019
Listing Expiration
12-05-2019
Exclude Flag
D
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 42737-110-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 vial, single-use in 1 carton / 20 ml in 1 vial, single-use of Decitabine, labeled by Chemi Pharma Llc. 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 Chemi Pharma Llc on October 31, 2019. The current certification is valid through December 05, 2019.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat a group of blood/bone marrow disorders (myelodysplastic syndromes-MDS) in which the bone marrow does not produce enough healthy blood cells. People with MDS may have problems such as infections, anemia, and easy bleeding/bruising. Decitabine is a chemotherapy drug. It is believed to work by helping your bone marrow grow normal blood cells so you will need fewer blood transfusions. Decitabine also kills abnormal blood cells that have grown too fast and do not work properly.

How is this Chemi Pharma Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 42737011001. 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)
42737-110-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
42737-0110-01

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