Penicillin V Potassium
NDC Package 50436-0040-1

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

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was inactivated by the FDA.

Penicillin V Potassium is penicillin is an antibiotic used to treat and prevent a wide variety of bacterial infections. Marketed by Unit Dose Services, this product is identified by NDC 50436-0040 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA065435.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
50436-0040-1
Package Description
40 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
50436-0040
11-Digit Billing Format
50436004001
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Penicillin V Potassium
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Penicillin is an antibiotic used to treat and prevent a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats and prevents only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as the common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Unit Dose Services
FDA Application #
ANDA065435
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
04-29-2008
Listing Expiration
12-31-2020
Exclude Flag
I
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 50436-0040-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 40 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Penicillin V Potassium, labeled by Unit Dose Services. 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 Unit Dose Services on April 29, 2008. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2020.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Penicillin is an antibiotic used to treat and prevent a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats and prevents only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as the common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

How is this Unit Dose Services product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 50436004001. 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)
50436-0040-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
50436-0040-01

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