NDC Package 50474-596-40 Keppra

Levetiracetam Tablet, Film Coated Oral - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
50474-596-40
Package Description:
120 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Keppra
Non-Proprietary Name:
Levetiracetam
Substance Name:
Levetiracetam
Usage Information:
Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy). It belongs to a class of drugs known as anticonvulsants. Levetiracetam may decrease the number of seizures you have.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
50474059640
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
120 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 261335 - Keppra 250 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 261335 - levetiracetam 250 MG Oral Tablet [Keppra]
  • RxCUI: 261336 - Keppra 500 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 261336 - levetiracetam 500 MG Oral Tablet [Keppra]
  • RxCUI: 284391 - Keppra 750 MG Oral Tablet
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Ucb, Inc.
    Dosage Form:
    Tablet, Film Coated - A solid dosage form that contains medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents and is coated with a thin layer of a water-insoluble or water-soluble polymer.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Active Ingredient(s):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    NDA021035
    Marketing Category:
    NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    04-24-2000
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 50474-596-40?

    The NDC Packaged Code 50474-596-40 is assigned to a package of 120 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle, plastic of Keppra, a human prescription drug labeled by Ucb, Inc.. The product's dosage form is tablet, film coated and is administered via oral form.

    Is NDC 50474-596 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Keppra with product code 50474-596 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Ucb, Inc. on April 24, 2000 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2024 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the NDC billing unit for package 50474-596-40?

    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 120.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 50474-596-40?

    The 11-digit format is 50474059640. 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
    5-3-250474-596-405-4-250474-0596-40