NDC Package 55154-4620-9 Lexapro

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This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was discontinued by the firm.

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NDC Package Code:

55154-4620-9

Package Description:

2400 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

Product Code:

55154-4620

Proprietary Name:

Lexapro

Usage Information:

Escitalopram is used to treat depression and anxiety. It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI). It may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being and decrease nervousness.

11-Digit NDC Billing Format:

55154462009

Labeler Name:

Cardinal Health

Sample Package:

FDA Application Number:

NDA021323

Marketing Category:

NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.

Start Marketing Date:

08-14-2002

End Marketing Date:

09-30-2016

Listing Expiration Date:

09-30-2016

Exclude Flag:

Code Structure:

55154 - Cardinal Health
- 55154-4620 - Lexapro
  - 55154-4620-9 - 2400 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

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Other Product Packages

The following packages are also available for this product:

NDC Package Code	Package Description
55154-4620-2	4800 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
55154-4620-8	9600 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NDC 55154-4620-9?

The NDC Packaged Code 55154-4620-9 is assigned to a package of 2400 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle, plastic of Lexapro, labeled by Cardinal Health. The product's dosage form is and is administered via form.

Is NDC 55154-4620 included in the NDC Directory?

No, Lexapro with product code 55154-4620 is excluded from the NDC Directory because it was discontinued by the manufacturer. The product was first marketed by Cardinal Health on August 14, 2002 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on September 30, 2016 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

What is the 11-digit format for NDC 55154-4620-9?

The 11-digit format is 55154462009. The 11-digit billing format might be required by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers in billing claim forms.

This package code is originally configured in a 5-4-1 segment 10-digit format and by adding a zero within the original NDC package code we can obtain the converted 11-digit format in a 5-4-2 segment configuration. The table below shows the 11-digit code conversion:

10-Digit Format	10-Digit Original Code	11-Digit Format	11-Digit Code
5-4-1	55154-4620-9	5-4-2	55154-4620-09

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