Famotadine Powder
NDC Package 60592-375-10

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

Package Information

This product is an UNFINISHED DRUG part of the official NDC directory. Unfinished drugs include products like active ingredients some of which are used in bulk for further processing or compounding. The FDA requires a list of these drugs manufactured in a U.S. commercial distribution facility.

Famotadine powders is famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. This formulation utilizes a powder delivery system. Marketed by Kalchem International Inc, this product is identified by NDC 60592-375.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
60592-375-10
Package Description
1000 g in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
60592-375
11-Digit Billing Format
60592037510
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
1000 GM

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Famotadine
Non-Proprietary Name
Famotadine
Substance Name
Famotidine
Dosage Form
Powder - An intimate mixture of dry, finely divided drugs and/or chemicals that may be intended for internal or external use.
Active Ingredient(s)
FAMOTIDINE 1 g/g
Usage Information
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Kalchem International Inc
Product Type
Bulk Ingredient
Marketing Category
BULK INGREDIENT - A category specifying that a product is marketed as a bulk ingredient.
Start Marketing Date
10-12-2020
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Unfinished Product
Yes
Sample Package
N/A

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 60592-375-10 identifies a specific commercial package of 1000 g in 1 bottle of Famotadine (UNFINISHED drug), a bulk ingredient labeled by Kalchem International Inc. This product is billed per "GM" gram and contains an estimated amount of 1000 billable units per package. This powder is formulated for use and contains famotidine 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 Kalchem International Inc on October 12, 2020. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist.

How is this Kalchem International Inc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 60592037510. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. 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)
60592-375-10
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
60592-0375-10

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