NDC Package 55154-5897-0 Levofloxacin

Tablet, Film Coated Oral - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
55154-5897-0
Package Description:
10 BLISTER PACK in 1 BAG / 1 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Levofloxacin
Non-Proprietary Name:
Levofloxacin
Substance Name:
Levofloxacin
Usage Information:
Levofloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
55154589700
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 199885 - levoFLOXacin 500 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 199885 - levofloxacin 500 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 311296 - levoFLOXacin 750 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 311296 - levofloxacin 750 MG Oral Tablet
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Cardinal Health 107, Llc
    Dosage Form:
    Tablet, Film Coated - A solid dosage form that contains medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents and is coated with a thin layer of a water-insoluble or water-soluble polymer.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Active Ingredient(s):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    ANDA076710
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    12-01-2013
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 55154-5897-0?

    The NDC Packaged Code 55154-5897-0 is assigned to a package of 10 blister pack in 1 bag / 1 tablet, film coated in 1 blister pack of Levofloxacin, a human prescription drug labeled by Cardinal Health 107, Llc. The product's dosage form is tablet, film coated and is administered via oral form.

    Is NDC 55154-5897 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Levofloxacin with product code 55154-5897 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Cardinal Health 107, Llc on December 01, 2013 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2024 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 55154-5897-0?

    The 11-digit format is 55154589700. 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 Format10-Digit Original Code11-Digit Format11-Digit Code
    5-4-155154-5897-05-4-255154-5897-00