NDC Package 55390-265-01 Deferoxamine Mesylate

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Package Information

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:

55390-265-01

Package Description:

1 VIAL in 1 BOX / 20 mL in 1 VIAL

Product Code:

55390-265

Proprietary Name:

Deferoxamine Mesylate

Usage Information:

This medication is used along with other treatments (such as causing vomiting with syrup of ipecac, stomach pumping) to treat sudden iron poisoning. It is most effective when given as soon as possible after the iron was eaten. This medication can also be used to help get rid of iron in patients with high iron levels due to many blood transfusions. Deferoxamine is an iron-binding agent that belongs to a class of drugs known as heavy metal antagonists. It works by helping the kidneys and gallbladder get rid of the extra iron. This medication is not recommended for use in children less than 3 years old (see also Precautions section).

11-Digit NDC Billing Format:

55390026501

Billing Unit:

EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.

NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:

1 EA

Labeler Name:

Bedford Laboratories

Sample Package:

FDA Application Number:

ANDA078086

Marketing Category:

ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.

Start Marketing Date:

06-18-2010

End Marketing Date:

07-31-2012

Listing Expiration Date:

07-31-2012

Exclude Flag:

Code Structure:

55390 - Bedford Laboratories
- 55390-265 - Deferoxamine Mesylate
  - 55390-265-01 - 1 VIAL in 1 BOX / 20 mL in 1 VIAL

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NDC 55390-265-01?

The NDC Packaged Code 55390-265-01 is assigned to a package of 1 vial in 1 box / 20 ml in 1 vial of Deferoxamine Mesylate, labeled by Bedford Laboratories. The product's dosage form is and is administered via form.This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 1 billable units per package.

Is NDC 55390-265 included in the NDC Directory?

No, Deferoxamine Mesylate with product code 55390-265 is excluded from the NDC Directory because it was discontinued by the manufacturer. The product was first marketed by Bedford Laboratories on June 18, 2010 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on July 31, 2012 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

What is the NDC billing unit for package 55390-265-01?

The contents of this package are billed per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units. The calculated billable units for this package is 1.

What is the 11-digit format for NDC 55390-265-01?

The 11-digit format is 55390026501. 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 5-3-2 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
5-3-2	55390-265-01	5-4-2	55390-0265-01

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