Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate Suspension
NDC Package 46287-006-01

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

Package Information

Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate suspension is a medication used to treat a high level of potassium in your blood. This formulation utilizes a suspension delivery system. Marketed by Cmp Pharma, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 46287-006 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA087859.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
46287-006-01
Package Description
473 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
46287-006
11-Digit Billing Format
46287000601
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
473 ML
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 313072 - sodium polystyrene sulfonate 15 GM in 60 mL Oral or Rectal Suspension
  • RxCUI: 313072 - sodium polystyrene sulfonate 250 MG/ML Oral Suspension
  • RxCUI: 313072 - sodium polystyrene sulfonate 15 GM per 60 ML Oral Suspension
  • RxCUI: 313072 - sodium polystyrene sulfonate 30 GM per 120 ML Oral Suspension

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate
Non-Proprietary Name
Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate
Substance Name
Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate
Dosage Form
Suspension - A liquid1 dosage form that contains solid particles dispersed in a liquid vehicle.
Administration Route
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Rectal - Administration to the rectum.
Active Ingredient(s)
SODIUM POLYSTYRENE SULFONATE 15 g/60mL
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat a high level of potassium in your blood. Too much potassium in your blood can sometimes cause heart rhythm problems. Sodium polystyrene sulfonate works by helping your body get rid of extra potassium.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Cmp Pharma, Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA087859
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
12-08-1982
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
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 (46287-006). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

46287-006-04
120 mL in 1 BOTTLE
46287-006-60
10 BOTTLE, UNIT-DOSE in 1 CARTON / 60 mL in 1 BOTTLE, UNIT-DOSE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 46287-006-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 473 ml in 1 bottle of Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate, a human prescription drug labeled by Cmp Pharma, Inc.. This suspension is formulated for oral; rectal use and contains sodium polystyrene sulfonate 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 Cmp Pharma, Inc. on December 08, 1982. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat a high level of potassium in your blood. Too much potassium in your blood can sometimes cause heart rhythm problems. Sodium polystyrene sulfonate works by helping your body get rid of extra potassium.

How is this Cmp Pharma, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 46287000601. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 473 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)
46287-006-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
46287-0006-01

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