Zovirax
NDC Package 64455-993-95

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

Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was discontinued by the firm.

Zovirax is a medication used to treat "cold sores/fever blisters" (herpes labialis). Marketed by Bta Pharmaceuticals Inc, this product is identified by NDC 64455-993 and is authorized under FDA application NDA018604.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
64455-993-95
Package Description
30 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
64455-993
11-Digit Billing Format
64455099395
Billing Unit
GM - Billing unit of "gram" is used when a product is measured by its weight.
Units Per Package
30 GM

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Zovirax
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat "cold sores/fever blisters" (herpes labialis). It can speed up healing of the sores and decrease symptoms (such as tingling, pain, burning, itching). Acyclovir belongs to a class of medications known as antivirals. It works by stopping the growth of the virus. This medication does not cure herpes, and it does not prevent passing the infection to someone else. It does not prevent a future occurrence.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Bta Pharmaceuticals Inc
FDA Application #
NDA018604
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
10-29-2004
End Marketing Date
08-31-2015
Listing Expiration
08-31-2015
Exclude Flag
D
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 (64455-993). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

64455-993-20
.9 g in 1 PACKET
64455-993-94
15 g in 1 TUBE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 64455-993-95 identifies a specific commercial package of 30 g in 1 tube of Zovirax, labeled by Bta Pharmaceuticals Inc. 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 Bta Pharmaceuticals Inc on October 29, 2004. The current certification is valid through August 31, 2015.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat "cold sores/fever blisters" (herpes labialis). It can speed up healing of the sores and decrease symptoms (such as tingling, pain, burning, itching). Acyclovir belongs to a class of medications known as antivirals. It works by stopping the growth of the virus. This medication does not cure herpes, and it does not prevent passing the infection to someone else. It does not prevent a future occurrence.

How is this Bta Pharmaceuticals Inc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 64455099395. Quantities are measured in per "gm or gram", products billed per gram are products measured by weight.. There are 30 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)
64455-993-95
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
64455-0993-95

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