Penicillin V Potassium Tablet, Film Coated
NDC Package 57237-040-99

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Penicillin V Potassium tablets is penicillin is an antibiotic used to treat and prevent a wide variety of bacterial infections. This formulation utilizes a tablet, film coated delivery system. Marketed by Rising Health, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 57237-040 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA065435.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
57237-040-99
Package Description
1000 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
57237-040
11-Digit Billing Format
57237004099
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
1000 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Penicillin V Potassium
Non-Proprietary Name
Penicillin V Potassium
Substance Name
Penicillin V Potassium
Dosage Form
Tablet, Film Coated - A solid dosage form that contains medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents and is coated with a thin layer of a water-insoluble or water-soluble polymer.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
PENICILLIN V POTASSIUM 250 mg/1
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Penicillin is an antibiotic used to treat and prevent a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats and prevents only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as the common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Rising Health, Llc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA065435
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
04-29-2008
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (57237-040). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

57237-040-01
100 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 57237-040-99 identifies a specific commercial package of 1000 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Penicillin V Potassium, a human prescription drug labeled by Rising Health, Llc. This tablet, film coated is formulated for oral use and contains penicillin v potassium 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 Rising Health, Llc on April 29, 2008. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Penicillin is an antibiotic used to treat and prevent a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats and prevents only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as the common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

How is this Rising Health, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 57237004099. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 1000 total billable units per package. 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)
57237-040-99
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
57237-0040-99

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