Combivir
NDC Package 52959-546-03

The code 52959-546-03 identifies a specific commercial package of 3 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Combivir, labeled by H.j. Harkins Company, Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 3 billable units per package. This is formulated for use and contains as the active substance.

This product code is currently listed as inactive or excluded from the primary directory. It was introduced to the market by H.j. Harkins Company, Inc. on October 19, 2010. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.

This product contains 2 drugs: lamivudine and zidovudine. It is used with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection. It helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body so your immune system can work better. This lowers your chance of getting HIV complications (such as new infections, cancer) and improves your quality of life. Both lamivudine and zidovudine belong to a class of drugs known as nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs). Lamivudine/zidovudine is not a cure for HIV infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others, do all of the following: (1) continue to take all HIV medications exactly as prescribed by your doctor, (2) always use an effective barrier method (latex or polyurethane condoms/dental dams) during all sexual activity, and (3) do not share personal items (such as needles/syringes, toothbrushes, and razors) that may have contacted blood or other body fluids. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 52959054603. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 3 total billable units per package. The table below illustrates the segment conversion from the 10-digit labeler code to the 11-digit provider format.