Ciprofloxacin Tablet, Coated
NDC Package 51655-490-53

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

Package Information

Ciprofloxacin tablets is a medication used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. This formulation utilizes a tablet, coated delivery system. Marketed by Northwind Health Company, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 51655-490 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA208921.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
51655-490-53
Package Description
10 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
51655-490
11-Digit Billing Format
51655049053
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Ciprofloxacin
Non-Proprietary Name
Ciprofloxacin
Substance Name
Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride
Dosage Form
Tablet, Coated - A solid dosage form that contains medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents and is covered with a designated coating.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
CIPROFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 500 mg/1
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Northwind Health Company, Llc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA208921
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-05-2023
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 (51655-490). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

51655-490-20
20 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
51655-490-52
30 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
51655-490-84
14 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
51655-490-87
6 TABLET, COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 51655-490-53 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 tablet, coated in 1 bottle, plastic of Ciprofloxacin, a human prescription drug labeled by Northwind Health Company, Llc. This tablet, coated is formulated for oral use and contains ciprofloxacin 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 Northwind Health Company, Llc on January 05, 2023. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

How is this Northwind Health Company, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 51655049053. 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)
51655-490-53
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
51655-0490-53

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