Demeclocycline Hydrochloride Tablet, Film Coated
NDC Package 42806-143-05

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    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Demeclocycline Hydrochloride tablets is uSP is indicated in the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the conditions below:Rocky Mountain spotted fever, typhus fever and the typhus group, Q fever, rickettsialpox, and tick fevers caused by rickettsiae; Respiratory tract infections caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae; Lymphogranuloma venereum due to Chlamydia trachomatis; Psittacosis (Ornithosis) due to Chlamydia psittaci; Trachoma due to Chlamydia trachomatis, although the infectious agent is not always eliminated, as judged by immunofluorescence; Inclusion conjunctivitis caused by Chlamydia trachomatis; Nongonococcal urethritis in adults caused by Ureaplasma urealyticum or Chlamydia trachomatis; Relapsing fever due to Borrelia recurrentis; Chancroid caused by Haemophilus ducreyi; Plague due to Yersinia pestis; Tularemia due to Francisella tularensis; Cholera caused by Vibrio cholerae; Campylobacter fetus infections caused by Campylobacter fetus; Brucellosis due to Brucella species (in conjunction with streptomycin); Bartonellosis due to Bartonella bacilliformis; Granuloma inguinale caused by Calymmatobacterium granulomatis; Demeclocycline hydrochloride tablets USP is indicated for treatment of infections caused by the following gram-negative microorganisms, when bacteriologic testing indicates appropriate susceptibility to the drug:Escherichia coli; Enterobacter aerogenes; Shigella species; Acinetobacter species; Respiratory tract infections caused by Haemophilus influenzae; Respiratory tract and urinary tract infections caused by Klebsiella species. This formulation utilizes a tablet, film coated delivery system. Marketed by Epic Pharma, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 42806-143 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA065447.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
42806-143-05
Package Description
500 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
42806-143
11-Digit Billing Format
42806014305
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Demeclocycline Hydrochloride
Non-Proprietary Name
Demeclocycline Hydrochloride
Substance Name
Demeclocycline Hydrochloride
Dosage Form
Tablet, Film Coated - A solid dosage form that contains medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents and is coated with a thin layer of a water-insoluble or water-soluble polymer.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
DEMECLOCYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE 150 mg/1
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Demeclocycline hydrochloride tablets USP is indicated in the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the conditions below:Rocky Mountain spotted fever, typhus fever and the typhus group, Q fever, rickettsialpox, and tick fevers caused by rickettsiae; Respiratory tract infections caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae; Lymphogranuloma venereum due to Chlamydia trachomatis; Psittacosis (Ornithosis) due to Chlamydia psittaci; Trachoma due to Chlamydia trachomatis, although the infectious agent is not always eliminated, as judged by immunofluorescence; Inclusion conjunctivitis caused by Chlamydia trachomatis; Nongonococcal urethritis in adults caused by Ureaplasma urealyticum or Chlamydia trachomatis; Relapsing fever due to Borrelia recurrentis; Chancroid caused by Haemophilus ducreyi; Plague due to Yersinia pestis; Tularemia due to Francisella tularensis; Cholera caused by Vibrio cholerae; Campylobacter fetus infections caused by Campylobacter fetus; Brucellosis due to Brucella species (in conjunction with streptomycin); Bartonellosis due to Bartonella bacilliformis; Granuloma inguinale caused by Calymmatobacterium granulomatis; Demeclocycline hydrochloride tablets USP is indicated for treatment of infections caused by the following gram-negative microorganisms, when bacteriologic testing indicates appropriate susceptibility to the drug:Escherichia coli; Enterobacter aerogenes; Shigella species; Acinetobacter species; Respiratory tract infections caused by Haemophilus influenzae; Respiratory tract and urinary tract infections caused by Klebsiella species. Demeclocycline hydrochloride tablets USP is indicated for treatment of infections caused by the following gram-positive microorganisms, when bacteriologic testing indicates appropriate susceptibility to the drug:Upper respiratory infections caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae; Skin and skin structure infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus. (Note: Tetracyclines, including demeclocycline, are not the drugs of choice in the treatment of any type of staphylococcal infection.) When penicillin is contraindicated, tetracyclines, including demeclocycline hydrochloride, are alternative drugs in the treatment of the following infections:Uncomplicated urethritis in men due to Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and for the treatment of other uncomplicated gonococcal infections; Infections in women caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae; Syphilis caused by Treponema pallidum subspecies pallidum; Yaws caused by Treponema pallidum subspecies pertenue; Listeriosis due to Listeria monocytogenes; Anthrax due to Bacillus anthracis; Vincent’s infection caused by Fusobacterium fusiforme; Actinomycosis caused by Actinomyces israelii; Clostridial diseases caused by Clostridium species. In acute intestinal amebiasis, demeclocycline hydrochloride tablets USP may be a useful adjunct to amebicides.In severe acne, demeclocycline hydrochloride tablets USP may be a useful adjunctive therapy.To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of demeclocycline hydrochloride tablets USP and other antibacterial drugs, demeclocycline hydrochloride tablets 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.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Epic Pharma, Llc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA065447
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
02-02-2015
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (42806-143). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

42806-143-01
100 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
42806-143-30
30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 42806-143-05 identifies a specific commercial package of 500 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Demeclocycline Hydrochloride, a human prescription drug labeled by Epic Pharma, Llc. This tablet, film coated is formulated for oral use and contains demeclocycline hydrochloride 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 Epic Pharma, Llc on February 02, 2015. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Epic Pharma, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 42806014305. 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)
42806-143-05
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
42806-0143-05

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