Western Family Hemorrhoidal
NDC Package 55312-034-02

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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 inactivated by the FDA.

Western Family Hemorrhoidal is directionschildren under 12 years of age: ask a doctor adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing wipe gently dry by patting or blotting with a tissue or a soft cloth before applying when first opening tube, remove foil seal for intrarectal use: remove protective cover form applicator and attach to tube lubricate applicator well, then gently insert applicator into the rectum thoroughly clean applicator and replace protective cover after each use apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement also apply ointment to external area. Marketed by Western Family Food, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 55312-034 and is authorized under FDA application part346.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
55312-034-02
Package Description
1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 57 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
55312-034
11-Digit Billing Format
55312003402
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 1313818 - mineral oil 14 % / petrolatum 71.9 % / phenylephrine HCl 0.25 % Rectal Ointment
  • RxCUI: 1313818 - mineral oil 0.14 MG/MG / petrolatum 0.719 MG/MG / phenylephrine hydrochloride 0.0025 MG/MG Rectal Ointment
  • RxCUI: 1313818 - mineral oil 14 % / petrolatum 71.9 % / phenylephrine hydrochloride 0.25 % Rectal Ointment

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Western Family Hemorrhoidal
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Directionschildren under 12 years of age: ask a doctor adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing wipe gently dry by patting or blotting with a tissue or a soft cloth before applying when first opening tube, remove foil seal for intrarectal use: remove protective cover form applicator and attach to tube lubricate applicator well, then gently insert applicator into the rectum thoroughly clean applicator and replace protective cover after each use apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially at night, in the morning or after each bowel movement also apply ointment to external area

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Western Family Food, Inc.
FDA Application #
part346
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH FINAL - A product marketed pursuant to a final Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drug Monograph.
Start Marketing Date
07-31-2012
Listing Expiration
12-31-2017
Exclude Flag
I
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 55312-034-02 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 tube in 1 carton / 57 g in 1 tube of Western Family Hemorrhoidal, labeled by Western Family Food, Inc.. 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 Western Family Food, Inc. on July 31, 2012. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.

How is this Western Family Food, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 55312003402. 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)
55312-034-02
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
55312-0034-02

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