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NDC Package 47781-730-50 Vancomycin Hydrochloride

Capsule Oral - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

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Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
47781-730-50
Package Description:
50 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code:
47781-730
Proprietary Name:
Vancomycin Hydrochloride
Non-Proprietary Name:
Vancomycin Hydrochloride
Substance Name:
Vancomycin Hydrochloride
Usage Information:
Vancomycin hydrochloride capsules, USP are indicated for the treatment of C. difficile-associated diarrhea. Vancomycin hydrochloride capsules, USP are also used for the treatment of enterocolitis caused by Staphylococcus aureus (including methicillin-resistant strains). Parenteral administration of vancomycin is not effective for the above infections; therefore, Vancomycin hydrochloride capsules, USP must be given orally for these infections. Orally administered vancomycin is not effective for other types of infections.To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of Vancomycin hydrochloride capsules, USP and other antibacterial drugs, Vancomycin hydrochloride capsules, USP should be used only to treat 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.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
47781073050
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
50 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 313570 - vancomycin HCl 125 MG Oral Capsule
  • RxCUI: 313570 - vancomycin 125 MG Oral Capsule
  • RxCUI: 313570 - vancomycin (as vancomycin hydrochloride) 125 MG Oral Capsule
  • RxCUI: 313571 - vancomycin HCl 250 MG Oral Capsule
  • RxCUI: 313571 - vancomycin 250 MG Oral Capsule
    • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Alvogen Inc.
    Dosage Form:
    Capsule - A solid oral dosage form consisting of a shell and a filling. The shell is composed of a single sealed enclosure, or two halves that fit together and which are sometimes sealed with a band. Capsule shells may be made from gelatin, starch, or cellulose, or other suitable materials, may be soft or hard, and are filled with solid or liquid ingredients that can be poured or squeezed.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
    • Active Ingredient(s):
  • VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE 250 mg/1
    • Pharmacologic Class(es):
  • Glycopeptide Antibacterial - [EPC] (Established Pharmacologic Class)
  • Glycopeptides - [CS]
    • Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    ANDA065490
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    04-09-2012
    End Marketing Date:
    09-01-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Other Product Packages

    The following packages are also available for this product:

    NDC Package CodePackage Description
    47781-730-022 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / 10 CAPSULE in 1 BLISTER PACK

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 47781-730-50?

    The NDC Packaged Code 47781-730-50 is assigned to a package of 50 capsule in 1 bottle of Vancomycin Hydrochloride, a human prescription drug labeled by Alvogen Inc.. The product's dosage form is capsule and is administered via oral form.

    Is NDC 47781-730 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Vancomycin Hydrochloride with product code 47781-730 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Alvogen Inc. on April 09, 2012.

    What is the NDC billing unit for package 47781-730-50?

    The contents of this package are billed per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units. The calculated billable units for this package is 50.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 47781-730-50?

    The 11-digit format is 47781073050. The 11-digit billing format might be required by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers in billing claim forms.

    This package code is originally configured in a 5-3-2 segment 10-digit format and by adding a zero within the original NDC package code we can obtain the converted 11-digit format in a 5-4-2 segment configuration. The table below shows the 11-digit code conversion:

    10-Digit Format10-Digit Original Code11-Digit Format11-Digit Code
    5-3-247781-730-505-4-247781-0730-50