Amantadine Hcl
NDC Package 53808-0933-1

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    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was inactivated by the FDA.

Amantadine Hcl is amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP are indicated for the prophylaxis and treatment of signs and symptoms of infection caused by various strains of influenza A virus. Marketed by State Of Florida Doh Central Pharmacy, this product is identified by NDC 53808-0933 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA078720.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
53808-0933-1
Package Description
30 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BLISTER PACK
Product Code
53808-0933
11-Digit Billing Format
53808093301
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Amantadine Hcl
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP are indicated for the prophylaxis and treatment of signs and symptoms of infection caused by various strains of influenza A virus. Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP are also indicated in the treatment of parkinsonism and drug-induced extrapyramidal reactions. Influenza A Prophylaxis:  Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP are indicated for chemoprophylaxis against signs and symptoms of influenza A virus infection. Because Amantadine Hydrochloride does not completely prevent the host immune response to influenza A infection, individuals who take this drug may still develop immune responses to natural disease or vaccination and may be protected when later exposed to antigenically related viruses.  Following vaccination during an influenza A outbreak, Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP prophylaxis should be considered for the 2- to 4-week time period required to develop an antibody response. Influenza A Treatment:  Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP are also indicated in the treatment of uncomplicated respiratory tract illness caused by influenza A virus strains especially when administered early in the course of illness. There are no well-controlled clinical studies demonstrating that treatment with Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP will avoid the development of influenza A virus pneumonitis or other complications in high risk patients. There is no clinical evidence indicating that Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP are effective in the prophylaxis or treatment of viral respiratory tract illnesses other than those caused by influenza A virus strains. The following points should be considered before initiating treatment or prophylaxis with Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP:Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP is not a substitute for early vaccination on an annual basis as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.Influenza viruses change over time. Emergence of resistance mutations could decrease drug effectiveness.  Other factors (for example, changes in viral virulence) might also diminish clinical benefit of antiviral drugs.  Prescribers should consider available information on influenza drug susceptibility patterns and treatment effects when deciding whether to use Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP.Parkinson's Disease/Syndrome:  Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP are indicated in the treatment of idiopathic Parkinson's disease (Paralysis Agitans), postencephalitic parkinsonism, and symptomatic parkinsonism which may follow injury to the nervous system by carbon monoxide intoxication. It is indicated in those elderly patients believed to develop parkinsonism in association with cerebral arteriosclerosis. In the treatment of Parkinson's disease, Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP are less effective than levodopa, (-),-3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-L-alanine, and its efficacy in comparison with the anticholinergic antiparkinson drugs has not yet been established. Drug-Induced Extrapyramidal Reactions:  Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP are indicated in the treatment of drug-induced extrapyramidal reactions. Although anticholinergic-type side effects have been noted with Amantadine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP when used in patients with drug-induced extrapyramidal reactions, there is a lower incidence of these side effects than that observed with the anticholinergic antiparkinson drugs.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
State Of Florida Doh Central Pharmacy
FDA Application #
ANDA078720
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-01-2014
Listing Expiration
12-31-2017
Exclude Flag
I
Sample Package
No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 53808-0933-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 30 capsule, liquid filled in 1 blister pack of Amantadine Hcl, labeled by State Of Florida Doh Central Pharmacy. This is formulated for use and contains as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

This product code is currently listed as inactive or excluded from the primary directory. It was introduced to the market by State Of Florida Doh Central Pharmacy on January 01, 2014. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.

How is this State Of Florida Doh Central Pharmacy product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 53808093301. 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)
53808-0933-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
53808-0933-01

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