Bactrim Ds
NDC Package 54868-0337-3
Package Information
Bactrim Ds is a medication a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. Marketed by Physicians Total Care, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 54868-0337 and is authorized under FDA application NDA017377.
Identification & Billing
- RxCUI: 198335 - sulfamethoxazole 800 MG / trimethoprim 160 MG Oral Tablet
- RxCUI: 198335 - SMX 800 MG / TMP 160 MG Oral Tablet
- RxCUI: 849580 - Bactrim DS 800 MG/ 160 MG Oral Tablet
- RxCUI: 849580 - sulfamethoxazole 800 MG / trimethoprim 160 MG Oral Tablet [Bactrim]
- RxCUI: 849580 - Bactrim DS 800 MG / 160 MG Oral Tablet
Clinical Specifications
Regulatory & Marketing
Hierarchy Structure
- 54868 - Physicians Total Care, Inc.
- 54868-0337 - Bactrim Ds
- 54868-0337-3 - 10 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
- 54868-0337 - Bactrim Ds
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Other Available Packages
The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (54868-0337). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distribution configuration for this product package?
The code 54868-0337-3 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 tablet in 1 bottle, plastic of Bactrim Ds, labeled by Physicians Total Care, Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 10 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 Physicians Total Care, Inc. on August 26, 1997. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.
What are the primary indications for this medication?
This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type). This medication should not be used in children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.
How is this Physicians Total Care, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?
For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 54868033703. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 10 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:
Note: The zero is added to the Package segment to maintain the 5-4-2 structure.
