Menopur Kit
NDC Package 55566-7501-2

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Menopur (menotropins) kits is a medication used to treat certain fertility problems in women. This formulation utilizes a kit delivery system. Marketed by Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc., this product is identified by NDC 55566-7501 and is authorized under FDA application BLA021663.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
55566-7501-2
Package Description
1 CARTON in 1 CARTON / 1 KIT in 1 CARTON (55566-7501-1) * 1 INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-DOSE (55566-7502-0) * 1 INJECTION in 1 VIAL (55566-1600-0)
Product Code
55566-7501
11-Digit Billing Format
55566750102
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Menopur
Non-Proprietary Name
Menotropins
Dosage Form
Kit - A packaged collection of related material.
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat certain fertility problems in women. It provides follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) that help healthy ovaries to make eggs. This medication is usually used in combination with another hormone (human chorionic gonadotropin-hCG) to help you become pregnant by bringing about the growth and release of a mature egg (ovulation). This medication is not recommended for women whose ovaries no longer make eggs properly (primary ovarian failure).

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
BLA021663
Marketing Category
BLA - A product marketed under an approved Biologic License Application.
Start Marketing Date
10-29-2004
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
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 55566-7501-2 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 carton in 1 carton / 1 kit in 1 carton (55566-7501-1) * 1 injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution in 1 vial, single-dose (55566-7502-0) * 1 injection in 1 vial (55566-1600-0) of Menopur, a human prescription drug labeled by Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.. This kit is formulated for use and contains as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc. on October 29, 2004. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat certain fertility problems in women. It provides follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) that help healthy ovaries to make eggs. This medication is usually used in combination with another hormone (human chorionic gonadotropin-hCG) to help you become pregnant by bringing about the growth and release of a mature egg (ovulation). This medication is not recommended for women whose ovaries no longer make eggs properly (primary ovarian failure).

How is this Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 55566750102. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. 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 (5-4-1)
55566-7501-2
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
55566-7501-02

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