Cephalexin
NDC Package 54569-1024-0

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Table of Contents
    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.

Cephalexin is a medication used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Marketed by A-s Medication Solutions Llc, this product is identified by NDC 54569-1024 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA062703.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
54569-1024-0
Package Description
100 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
54569-1024
11-Digit Billing Format
54569102400
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
100 ML

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Cephalexin
Dosage Form
-
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.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
A-s Medication Solutions Llc
FDA Application #
ANDA062703
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
09-30-1990
Listing Expiration
12-31-2017
Exclude Flag
I
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 54569-1024-0 identifies a specific commercial package of 100 ml in 1 bottle of Cephalexin, labeled by A-s Medication Solutions Llc. This product is billed per "ML" milliliter and contains an estimated amount of 100 billable units per package. 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 A-s Medication Solutions Llc on September 30, 1990. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

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.

How is this A-s Medication Solutions Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 54569102400. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 100 total billable units per package. 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)
54569-1024-0
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
54569-1024-00

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