Clindamycin Phosphate
NDC Package 61748-201-60

View Billable Units, 11-Digit Conversion Format, and RxNorm mappings
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.

Clindamycin Phosphate is a medication used to treat acne. Marketed by Akorn, this product is identified by NDC 61748-201 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA065513.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
61748-201-60
Package Description
1 JAR in 1 CARTON / 60 APPLICATOR in 1 JAR / 1 mL in 1 APPLICATOR
Product Code
61748-201
11-Digit Billing Format
61748020160
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
1 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Clindamycin Phosphate
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat acne. It helps to decrease the number of acne lesions. Clindamycin is an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Akorn
FDA Application #
ANDA065513
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
07-10-2010
End Marketing Date
07-05-2022
Listing Expiration
07-05-2022
Exclude Flag
D
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

The NDC Directory contains ONLY information on final marketed drugs submitted to FDA electronically by labelers. A labeler might be a manufacturer, re-packager or re-labeler. The product information included in the NDC directory does not indicate that FDA has verified the information provided by the product labeler. Assigned NDC numbers are not in any way an indication of FDA approval of the product.

* Please review the full disclaimer at the bottom of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 61748-201-60 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 jar in 1 carton / 60 applicator in 1 jar / 1 ml in 1 applicator of Clindamycin Phosphate, labeled by Akorn. 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 Akorn on July 10, 2010. The current certification is valid through July 05, 2022.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat acne. It helps to decrease the number of acne lesions. Clindamycin is an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

How is this Akorn product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 61748020160. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 1 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)
61748-201-60
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
61748-0201-60

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