Journavx Tablet, Film Coated
NDC Package 51167-548-34

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Journavx (suzetrigine) tablets is jOURNAVX is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe acute pain in adults. This formulation utilizes a tablet, film coated delivery system. Marketed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated, this product is identified by NDC 51167-548 and is authorized under FDA application NDA219209.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
51167-548-34
Package Description
10 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / 10 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK
Product Code
51167-548
11-Digit Billing Format
51167054834
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
10 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Journavx
Non-Proprietary Name
Suzetrigine
Substance Name
Suzetrigine
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
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
SUZETRIGINE 50 mg/1
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
JOURNAVX is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe acute pain in adults.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA219209
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-30-2025
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (51167-548). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

51167-548-25
5 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / 5 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK (51167-548-05)
51167-548-30
30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
51167-548-31
100 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 51167-548-34 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 blister pack in 1 carton / 10 tablet, film coated in 1 blister pack of Journavx, a human prescription drug labeled by Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated. This tablet, film coated is formulated for oral use and contains suzetrigine 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 Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated on January 30, 2025. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 51167054834. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 10 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 (5-3-2)
51167-548-34
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
51167-0548-34

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