Pyridium
NDC Package 60846-520-01

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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.

Pyridium is a medication used to relieve symptoms caused by irritation of the urinary tract such as pain, burning, and the feeling of needing to urinate urgently or frequently. Marketed by Gemini Laboratories, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 60846-520.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
60846-520-01
Package Description
100 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
60846-520
11-Digit Billing Format
60846052001

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Pyridium
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to relieve symptoms caused by irritation of the urinary tract such as pain, burning, and the feeling of needing to urinate urgently or frequently. This drug does not treat the cause of the urinary irritation, but it can help relieve the symptoms while other treatments take effect. Phenazopyridine is a dye that works as a painkiller to soothe the lining of the urinary tract.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Gemini Laboratories, Llc
Marketing Category
UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER - An unapproved drug product in a marketing category that is not reflected on a particular list.
Start Marketing Date
02-01-2011
End Marketing Date
02-29-2016
Listing Expiration
02-29-2016
Exclude Flag
D
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 60846-520-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 100 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Pyridium, labeled by Gemini Laboratories, Llc. 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 Gemini Laboratories, Llc on February 01, 2011. The current certification is valid through February 29, 2016.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to relieve symptoms caused by irritation of the urinary tract such as pain, burning, and the feeling of needing to urinate urgently or frequently. This drug does not treat the cause of the urinary irritation, but it can help relieve the symptoms while other treatments take effect. Phenazopyridine is a dye that works as a painkiller to soothe the lining of the urinary tract.

How is this Gemini Laboratories, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 60846052001. 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)
60846-520-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
60846-0520-01

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