Diltiazem Hcl Powder
NDC Package 51552-0740-2

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. 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.

Diltiazem Hcl powders is diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). This formulation utilizes a powder delivery system. Marketed by Fagron Inc, this product is identified by NDC 51552-0740.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
51552-0740-2
Package Description
5 g in 1 CONTAINER
Product Code
51552-0740
11-Digit Billing Format
51552074002
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
5 GM

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Diltiazem Hcl
Non-Proprietary Name
Diltiazem Hcl
Substance Name
Diltiazem Hydrochloride
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)
DILTIAZEM HYDROCHLORIDE 1 g/g
Usage Information
Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Fagron Inc
Product Type
Bulk Ingredient
Marketing Category
BULK INGREDIENT FOR HUMAN PRESCRIPTION COMPOUNDING - A category specifying that a bulk product is intended for use on humans and requires a prescription.
Start Marketing Date
04-01-1998
End Marketing Date
02-03-2027
Exclude Flag
N
Unfinished Product
Yes
Sample Package
N/A

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

The NDC Directory contains ONLY information on final marketed drugs submitted to FDA electronically by labelers. A labeler might be a manufacturer, re-packager or re-labeler. The product information included in the NDC directory does not indicate that FDA has verified the information provided by the product labeler. Assigned NDC numbers are not in any way an indication of FDA approval of the product.

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (51552-0740). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

51552-0740-4
25 g in 1 CONTAINER
51552-0740-5
100 g in 1 CONTAINER
51552-0740-6
500 g in 1 CONTAINER

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 51552-0740-2 identifies a specific commercial package of 5 g in 1 container of Diltiazem Hcl (UNFINISHED drug), a bulk ingredient labeled by Fagron Inc. This product is billed per "GM" gram and contains an estimated amount of 5 billable units per package. This powder is formulated for use and contains diltiazem hydrochloride 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 Fagron Inc on April 01, 1998.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Diltiazem is used to prevent chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease how often you may get angina attacks. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart and lowers the heart rate. Blood can flow more easily and your heart works less hard to pump blood.

How is this Fagron Inc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 51552074002. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. There are 5 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)
51552-0740-2
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
51552-0740-02

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