Elcys Injection, Solution
NDC Package 51754-1008-4

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

Package Information

Elcys (cysteine hydrochloride) injection is eLCYS® is indicated for use as an additive to amino acid solutions to meet the nutritional requirements of newborn infants requiring total parenteral nutrition (TPN); and of adult and pediatric patients with severe liver disease who may have impaired enzymatic processes and require TPN. This formulation utilizes a injection, solution delivery system. Marketed by Exela Pharma Sciences, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 51754-1008 and is authorized under FDA application NDA210660.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
51754-1008-4
Package Description
25 VIAL in 1 CARTON / 50 mL in 1 VIAL
Product Code
51754-1008
11-Digit Billing Format
51754100804
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Elcys
Non-Proprietary Name
Cysteine Hydrochloride
Substance Name
Cysteine Hydrochloride
Dosage Form
Injection, Solution - A liquid preparation containing one or more drug substances dissolved in a suitable solvent or mixture of mutually miscible solvents that is suitable for injection.
Administration Route
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
Active Ingredient(s)
Usage Information
ELCYS® is indicated for use as an additive to amino acid solutions to meet the nutritional requirements of newborn infants requiring total parenteral nutrition (TPN); and of adult and pediatric patients with severe liver disease who may have impaired enzymatic processes and require TPN. It can also be added to amino acid solutions to provide a more complete profile of amino acids for protein synthesis.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Exela Pharma Sciences, Llc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA210660
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
12-12-2023
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 (51754-1008). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

51754-1008-1
1 VIAL in 1 CARTON / 50 mL in 1 VIAL

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 51754-1008-4 identifies a specific commercial package of 25 vial in 1 carton / 50 ml in 1 vial of Elcys, a human prescription drug labeled by Exela Pharma Sciences, Llc. This injection, solution is formulated for intravenous use and contains cysteine 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 Exela Pharma Sciences, Llc on December 12, 2023. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this Exela Pharma Sciences, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 51754100804. 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)
51754-1008-4
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
51754-1008-04

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