Lithium Carbonate Powder
NDC Package 48589-0010-0

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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.

Lithium Carbonate powders is a medication used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder). This formulation utilizes a powder delivery system. Marketed by Unique Chemicals, this product is identified by NDC 48589-0010.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
48589-0010-0
Package Description
25 kg in 1 DRUM
Product Code
48589-0010
11-Digit Billing Format
48589001000

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Lithium Carbonate
Non-Proprietary Name
Lithium Carbonate
Substance Name
Lithium Carbonate
Dosage Form
Powder - An intimate mixture of dry, finely divided drugs and/or chemicals that may be intended for internal or external use.
Active Ingredient(s)
LITHIUM CARBONATE 1 kg/kg
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder). It works to stabilize the mood and reduce extremes in behavior by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Some of the benefits of continued use of this medication include decreasing how often manic episodes occur and decreasing the symptoms of manic episodes, such as exaggerated feelings of well-being, feelings that others wish to harm you, irritability, anxiousness, rapid/loud speech, and aggressive/hostile behaviors.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Unique Chemicals
Product Type
Bulk Ingredient
Marketing Category
BULK INGREDIENT - A category specifying that a product is marketed as a bulk ingredient.
Start Marketing Date
02-03-2025
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 48589-0010-0 identifies a specific commercial package of 25 kg in 1 drum of Lithium Carbonate (UNFINISHED drug), a bulk ingredient labeled by Unique Chemicals. This powder is formulated for use and contains lithium carbonate 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 Unique Chemicals on February 03, 2025. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder). It works to stabilize the mood and reduce extremes in behavior by restoring the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Some of the benefits of continued use of this medication include decreasing how often manic episodes occur and decreasing the symptoms of manic episodes, such as exaggerated feelings of well-being, feelings that others wish to harm you, irritability, anxiousness, rapid/loud speech, and aggressive/hostile behaviors.

How is this Unique Chemicals product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 48589001000. 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 (5-4-1)
48589-0010-0
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
48589-0010-00

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