Rifampin
NDC Package 55695-034-00

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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 inactivated by the FDA.

Rifampin is a medication a rifamycin antibiotic used to prevent and treat tuberculosis and other infections. Marketed by Department Of State Health Services, Pharmacy Branch, this product is identified by NDC 55695-034 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA065028.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
55695-034-00
Package Description
60 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
55695-034
11-Digit Billing Format
55695003400
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Rifampin
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is a rifamycin antibiotic used to prevent and treat tuberculosis and other infections. 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.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Department Of State Health Services, Pharmacy Branch
FDA Application #
ANDA065028
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
07-01-2001
Listing Expiration
12-31-2018
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 55695-034-00 identifies a specific commercial package of 60 capsule in 1 bottle, plastic of Rifampin, 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 July 01, 2001. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2018.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is a rifamycin antibiotic used to prevent and treat tuberculosis and other infections. 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.

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: 55695003400. 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)
55695-034-00
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
55695-0034-00

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