Bicillin L-a Injection, Suspension
NDC Package 60793-702-10

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

Package Information

Bicillin L-a (penicillin g benzathine) injection is penicillin G benzathine is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This formulation utilizes a injection, suspension delivery system. Marketed by Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc, this product is identified by NDC 60793-702 and is authorized under FDA application NDA050141.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
60793-702-10
Package Description
10 SYRINGE in 1 PACKAGE / 4 mL in 1 SYRINGE (60793-702-04)
Product Code
60793-702
11-Digit Billing Format
60793070210
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 731564 - penicillin G benzathine 600,000 UNT in 1 ML Prefilled Syringe
  • RxCUI: 731564 - 1 ML penicillin G benzathine 600000 UNT/ML Prefilled Syringe
  • RxCUI: 731564 - penicillin G benzathine 600,000 UNT per 1 ML Prefilled Syringe
  • RxCUI: 731566 - BICILLIN L-A 600,000 UNT in 1 ML Prefilled Syringe
  • RxCUI: 731566 - 1 ML penicillin G benzathine 600000 UNT/ML Prefilled Syringe [Bicillin L-A]

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Bicillin L-a
Non-Proprietary Name
Penicillin G Benzathine
Substance Name
Penicillin G Benzathine
Dosage Form
Injection, Suspension - A liquid preparation, suitable for injection, which consists of solid particles dispersed throughout a liquid phase in which the particles are not soluble. It can also consist of an oil phase dispersed throughout an aqueous phase, or vice-versa.
Administration Route
Intramuscular - Administration within a muscle.
Active Ingredient(s)
PENICILLIN G BENZATHINE 2400000 [iU]/4mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Penicillin G benzathine is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It may also be used to prevent certain bacterial infections (such as rheumatic fever). This medication is a long-acting penicillin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
NDA050141
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
06-27-1952
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
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 60793-702-10 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 syringe in 1 package / 4 ml in 1 syringe (60793-702-04) of Bicillin L-a, a human prescription drug labeled by Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc. This injection, suspension is formulated for intramuscular use and contains penicillin g benzathine 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 Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc on June 27, 1952. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Penicillin G benzathine is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It may also be used to prevent certain bacterial infections (such as rheumatic fever). This medication is a long-acting penicillin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

How is this Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 60793070210. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. 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)
60793-702-10
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
60793-0702-10

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