Sodium Nitroprusside Injection, Solution
NDC Package 43598-587-23

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

Package Information

Sodium Nitroprusside injection is sodium nitroprusside is indicated for the immediate reduction of blood pressure of adult and pediatric patients in hypertensive crises. This formulation utilizes a injection, solution delivery system. Marketed by Dr.reddy's Laboratories Inc.,, this product is identified by NDC 43598-587 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA210114.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
43598-587-23
Package Description
1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE in 1 CARTON / 2 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE
Product Code
43598-587
11-Digit Billing Format
43598058723
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Sodium Nitroprusside
Non-Proprietary Name
Sodium Nitroprusside
Substance Name
Sodium Nitroprusside
Dosage Form
Injection, Solution - A liquid preparation containing one or more drug substances dissolved in a suitable solvent or mixture of mutually miscible solvents that is suitable for injection.
Administration Route
Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
Active Ingredient(s)
SODIUM NITROPRUSSIDE 50 mg/2mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Sodium nitroprusside is indicated for the immediate reduction of blood pressure of adult and pediatric patients in hypertensive crises. Concomitant longer-acting antihypertensive medication should be administered so that the duration of treatment with sodium nitroprusside injection can be minimized.   Sodium nitroprusside is also indicated for producing controlled hypotension in order to reduce bleeding during surgery.   Sodium nitroprusside is also indicated for the treatment of acute congestive heart failure.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Dr.reddy's Laboratories Inc.,
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA210114
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
12-17-2019
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 43598-587-23 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 vial, single-dose in 1 carton / 2 ml in 1 vial, single-dose of Sodium Nitroprusside, a human prescription drug labeled by Dr.reddy's Laboratories Inc.,. This injection, solution is formulated for intravenous use and contains sodium nitroprusside 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 Dr.reddy's Laboratories Inc., on December 17, 2019. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Dr.reddy's Laboratories Inc., product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 43598058723. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. 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)
43598-587-23
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
43598-0587-23

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