Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride Solution
NDC Package 54838-502-80

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride solution is for symptomatic relief of anxiety and tension associated with psychoneurosis and as an adjunct in organic disease states in which anxiety is manifested.Useful in the management of pruritus due to allergic conditions such as chronic urticaria and atopic and contact dermatoses, and in histamine-mediated pruritus.As a sedative when used in premedication and following general anesthesia, Hydroxyzine may potentiate meperidine (Demerol®) and barbiturates, so their use in pre-anesthetic adjunctive therapy should be modified on an individual basis.Atropine and other belladonna alkaloids are not affected by the drug. This formulation utilizes a solution delivery system. Marketed by Lannett Company, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 54838-502 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA201674.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
54838-502-80
Package Description
473 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
54838-502
11-Digit Billing Format
54838050280
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
473 ML
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride
Non-Proprietary Name
Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride
Substance Name
Hydroxyzine Dihydrochloride
Dosage Form
Solution - A clear, homogeneous liquid1 dosage form that contains one or more chemical substances dissolved in a solvent or mixture of mutually miscible solvents.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
HYDROXYZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE 10 mg/5mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
For symptomatic relief of anxiety and tension associated with psychoneurosis and as an adjunct in organic disease states in which anxiety is manifested.Useful in the management of pruritus due to allergic conditions such as chronic urticaria and atopic and contact dermatoses, and in histamine-mediated pruritus.As a sedative when used in premedication and following general anesthesia, Hydroxyzine may potentiate meperidine (Demerol®) and barbiturates, so their use in pre-anesthetic adjunctive therapy should be modified on an individual basis.Atropine and other belladonna alkaloids are not affected by the drug. Hydroxyzine is not known to interfere with the action of digitalis in any way and it may be used concurrently with this agent.The effectiveness of hydroxyzine as an antianxiety agent for long term use, that is more than 4 months, has not been assessed by systematic clinical studies. The physician should reassess periodically the usefulness of the drug for the individual patient.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Lannett Company, Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA201674
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
08-21-2013
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

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Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 54838-502-80 identifies a specific commercial package of 473 ml in 1 bottle, plastic of Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride, a human prescription drug labeled by Lannett Company, Inc.. This solution is formulated for oral use and contains hydroxyzine dihydrochloride 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 Lannett Company, Inc. on August 21, 2013. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Lannett Company, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 54838050280. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 473 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)
54838-502-80
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
54838-0502-80

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