Prednisone
NDC Package 43063-643-55

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was discontinued by the firm.

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Marketed by Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 43063-643 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA080292.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
43063-643-55
Package Description
55 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
43063-643
11-Digit Billing Format
43063064355
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
55 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Prednisone
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
FDA Application #
ANDA080292
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
08-03-2009
End Marketing Date
07-24-2018
Listing Expiration
07-24-2018
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (43063-643). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

43063-643-21
21 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 43063-643-55 identifies a specific commercial package of 55 tablet in 1 bottle, plastic of Prednisone, labeled by Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 55 billable units per package. 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 Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on August 03, 2009. The current certification is valid through July 24, 2018.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions.

How is this Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 43063064355. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 55 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)
43063-643-55
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
43063-0643-55

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