Doxycycline For Suspension
NDC Package 68180-657-01

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

Package Information

Doxycycline for suspensions is to reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain effectiveness of doxycycline for oral suspension and other antibacterial drugs, doxycycline for oral suspension should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. This formulation utilizes a for suspension delivery system. Marketed by Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 68180-657 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA201678.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68180-657-01
Package Description
60 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
68180-657
11-Digit Billing Format
68180065701
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
60 ML
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Doxycycline
Non-Proprietary Name
Doxycycline
Substance Name
Doxycycline
Dosage Form
For Suspension - A product, usually a solid, intended for suspension prior to administration.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
DOXYCYCLINE 25 mg/5mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain effectiveness of doxycycline for oral suspension and other antibacterial drugs, doxycycline for oral suspension should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. When culture and susceptibility information are available, they should be considered in selecting or modifying antibacterial therapy. In the absence of such data, local epidemiology and susceptibility patterns may contribute to the empiric selection of therapy.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA201678
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
06-11-2013
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 68180-657-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 60 ml in 1 bottle of Doxycycline, a human prescription drug labeled by Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. This for suspension is formulated for oral use and contains doxycycline 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 Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on June 11, 2013. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 68180065701. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 60 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)
68180-657-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68180-0657-01

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