Tobramycin
NDC Package 50436-1008-1

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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 discontinued by the firm.

Tobramycin is a medication used to treat eye infections. Marketed by Unit Dose Services, this product is identified by NDC 50436-1008 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA062535.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
50436-1008-1
Package Description
5 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
50436-1008
11-Digit Billing Format
50436100801
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
1 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Tobramycin
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat eye infections. Tobramycin belongs to a class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Unit Dose Services
FDA Application #
ANDA062535
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-09-1995
End Marketing Date
02-21-2014
Listing Expiration
02-21-2014
Exclude Flag
D
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 50436-1008-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 5 ml in 1 bottle of Tobramycin, labeled by Unit Dose Services. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 1 billable units per package. 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 January 09, 1995. The current certification is valid through February 21, 2014.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat eye infections. Tobramycin belongs to a class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

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

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 50436100801. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 1 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 (5-4-1)
50436-1008-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
50436-1008-01

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