Lurbinectedin Injection, Powder, Lyophilized, For Solution
NDC Package 42973-353-00

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

Package Information

This product is an UNFINISHED DRUG part of the official NDC directory. Unfinished drugs include products like active ingredients some of which are used in bulk for further processing or compounding. The FDA requires a list of these drugs manufactured in a U.S. commercial distribution facility.

Lurbinectedin injection is a bulk ingredient utilized for pharmaceutical compounding or manufacturing. This formulation utilizes a injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution delivery system. Marketed by Apicore Pharmaceuticals Private Limited, this product is identified by NDC 42973-353.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
42973-353-00
Package Description
50 kg in 1 DRUM
Product Code
42973-353
11-Digit Billing Format
42973035300

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Lurbinectedin
Non-Proprietary Name
Lurbinectedin
Substance Name
Lurbinectedin
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.
Active Ingredient(s)
LURBINECTEDIN 1 kg/kg

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Apicore Pharmaceuticals Private Limited
Product Type
Bulk Ingredient
Marketing Category
BULK INGREDIENT FOR HUMAN PRESCRIPTION COMPOUNDING - A category specifying that a bulk product is intended for use on humans and requires a prescription.
Start Marketing Date
05-30-2023
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Unfinished Product
Yes
Sample Package
N/A

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 42973-353-00 identifies a specific commercial package of 50 kg in 1 drum of Lurbinectedin (UNFINISHED drug), a bulk ingredient labeled by Apicore Pharmaceuticals Private Limited. This injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution is formulated for use and contains lurbinectedin 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 Apicore Pharmaceuticals Private Limited on May 30, 2023. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Apicore Pharmaceuticals Private Limited product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 42973035300. 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)
42973-353-00
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
42973-0353-00

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