Piroxicam Powder
NDC Package 53747-044-00

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. 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.

Piroxicam powders is piroxicam is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. This formulation utilizes a powder delivery system. Marketed by Unichem Laboratories Limited, India, this product is identified by NDC 53747-044.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
53747-044-00
Package Description
1 BAG in 1 DRUM / 50 kg in 1 BAG
Product Code
53747-044
11-Digit Billing Format
53747004400

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Piroxicam
Non-Proprietary Name
Piroxicam
Substance Name
Piroxicam
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)
PIROXICAM 1 kg/kg
Usage Information
Piroxicam is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. Reducing these symptoms helps you do more of your normal daily activities. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Unichem Laboratories Limited, India
Product Type
Bulk Ingredient
Marketing Category
BULK INGREDIENT - A category specifying that a product is marketed as a bulk ingredient.
Start Marketing Date
03-28-2014
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Unfinished Product
Yes
Sample Package
N/A

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 53747-044-00 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 bag in 1 drum / 50 kg in 1 bag of Piroxicam (UNFINISHED drug), a bulk ingredient labeled by Unichem Laboratories Limited, India. This powder is formulated for use and contains piroxicam 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 Unichem Laboratories Limited, India on March 28, 2014. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Piroxicam is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. Reducing these symptoms helps you do more of your normal daily activities. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section.

How is this Unichem Laboratories Limited, India product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 53747004400. 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)
53747-044-00
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
53747-0044-00

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