Coartem
NDC Package 55695-020-00

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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 discontinued by the firm.

Coartem is a medication used to treat malaria in adults and children. Marketed by Department Of State Health Services, Pharmacy Branch, this product is identified by NDC 55695-020 and is authorized under FDA application NDA022268.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
55695-020-00
Package Description
24 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
55695-020
11-Digit Billing Format
55695002000

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Coartem
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat malaria in adults and children. The two ingredients in this medication belong to a class of drugs known as antimalarials. Malaria is an infection caused by mosquito bites received while traveling or living in regions of the world where malaria is common. Malaria parasites enter the body, and live in body tissues such as red blood cells or the liver. This medication is used to kill the malaria parasites living inside red blood cells. In some cases, you may need to take a different medication (such as primaquine) to kill the malaria parasites living in the liver. Both treatments may be needed for a complete cure and to avoid the return of infection (relapse). This product is not used to prevent malaria. The United States Centers for Disease Control provide updated guidelines and travel recommendations for the prevention and treatment of malaria in different parts of the world. Discuss the most recent information with your doctor before starting treatment with this medication.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Department Of State Health Services, Pharmacy Branch
FDA Application #
NDA022268
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
04-07-2009
End Marketing Date
02-28-2018
Listing Expiration
02-28-2018
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 55695-020-00 identifies a specific commercial package of 24 tablet in 1 bottle of Coartem, labeled by Department Of State Health Services, Pharmacy Branch. 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 Department Of State Health Services, Pharmacy Branch on April 07, 2009. The current certification is valid through February 28, 2018.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat malaria in adults and children. The two ingredients in this medication belong to a class of drugs known as antimalarials. Malaria is an infection caused by mosquito bites received while traveling or living in regions of the world where malaria is common. Malaria parasites enter the body, and live in body tissues such as red blood cells or the liver. This medication is used to kill the malaria parasites living inside red blood cells. In some cases, you may need to take a different medication (such as primaquine) to kill the malaria parasites living in the liver. Both treatments may be needed for a complete cure and to avoid the return of infection (relapse). This product is not used to prevent malaria. The United States Centers for Disease Control provide updated guidelines and travel recommendations for the prevention and treatment of malaria in different parts of the world. Discuss the most recent information with your doctor before starting treatment with this medication.

How is this Department Of State Health Services, Pharmacy Branch product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 55695002000. 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)
55695-020-00
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
55695-0020-00

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