NDC Package 53002-2181-6 Cephalexin

Capsule Oral - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
53002-2181-6
Package Description:
500 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Cephalexin
Non-Proprietary Name:
Cephalexin
Substance Name:
Cephalexin
Usage Information:
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
53002218106
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 309113 - cephalexin 250 MG in 5 mL Oral Suspension
  • RxCUI: 309113 - cephalexin 50 MG/ML Oral Suspension
  • RxCUI: 309113 - cefalexin 50 MG/ML Oral Suspension
  • RxCUI: 309113 - cephalexin 250 MG per 5 ML Oral Suspension
  • RxCUI: 309114 - cephalexin 500 MG Oral Capsule
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Rpk Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Dosage Form:
    Capsule - A solid oral dosage form consisting of a shell and a filling. The shell is composed of a single sealed enclosure, or two halves that fit together and which are sometimes sealed with a band. Capsule shells may be made from gelatin, starch, or cellulose, or other suitable materials, may be soft or hard, and are filled with solid or liquid ingredients that can be poured or squeezed.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Active Ingredient(s):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    ANDA062702
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    09-30-1990
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Other Product Packages

    The following packages are also available for this product:

    NDC Package CodePackage Description
    53002-2181-1500 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE
    53002-2181-2500 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE
    53002-2181-3500 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE
    53002-2181-4500 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE
    53002-2181-5500 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE
    53002-2181-9500 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 53002-2181-6?

    The NDC Packaged Code 53002-2181-6 is assigned to a package of 500 capsule in 1 bottle of Cephalexin, a human prescription drug labeled by Rpk Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. The product's dosage form is capsule and is administered via oral form.

    Is NDC 53002-2181 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Cephalexin with product code 53002-2181 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Rpk Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on September 30, 1990 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2024 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 53002-2181-6?

    The 11-digit format is 53002218106. The 11-digit billing format might be required by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers in billing claim forms.

    This package code is originally configured in a 5-4-1 segment 10-digit format and by adding a zero within the original NDC package code we can obtain the converted 11-digit format in a 5-4-2 segment configuration. The table below shows the 11-digit code conversion:

    10-Digit Format10-Digit Original Code11-Digit Format11-Digit Code
    5-4-153002-2181-65-4-253002-2181-06