Ribavirin
NDC Package 54738-950-16

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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 discontinued by the firm.

Ribavirin is used in combination with other antiviral medications (such as interferon, sofosbuvir) to treat chronic (long-lasting) hepatitis C, a viral infection of the liver. Marketed by Richmond Pharmaceuticals, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 54738-950 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA077456.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
54738-950-16
Package Description
168 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
54738-950
11-Digit Billing Format
54738095016
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
168 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Ribavirin
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Ribavirin is used in combination with other antiviral medications (such as interferon, sofosbuvir) to treat chronic (long-lasting) hepatitis C, a viral infection of the liver. Chronic hepatitis C infection can cause serious liver problems such as scarring (cirrhosis), or liver cancer. Ribavirin works by reducing the amount of hepatitis C virus in your body, which may help your liver recover. It is not known if this treatment can prevent you from passing the virus to others. Do not share needles, and practice "safer sex" (including the use of latex condoms) to lower the risk of passing the virus to others.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Richmond Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
FDA Application #
ANDA077456
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
06-01-2008
End Marketing Date
09-25-2017
Listing Expiration
09-25-2017
Exclude Flag
D
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 54738-950-16 identifies a specific commercial package of 168 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Ribavirin, labeled by Richmond Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 168 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 Richmond Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on June 01, 2008. The current certification is valid through September 25, 2017.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Ribavirin is used in combination with other antiviral medications (such as interferon, sofosbuvir) to treat chronic (long-lasting) hepatitis C, a viral infection of the liver. Chronic hepatitis C infection can cause serious liver problems such as scarring (cirrhosis), or liver cancer. Ribavirin works by reducing the amount of hepatitis C virus in your body, which may help your liver recover. It is not known if this treatment can prevent you from passing the virus to others. Do not share needles, and practice "safer sex" (including the use of latex condoms) to lower the risk of passing the virus to others.

How is this Richmond Pharmaceuticals, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 54738095016. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 168 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 (5-3-2)
54738-950-16
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
54738-0950-16

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