Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate Injection
NDC Package 70710-1907-1

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

Package Information

Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate injection is when oral therapy is not feasible and the strength, dosage form, and route of administration of the drug reasonably lend the preparation to the treatment of the condition, the intravenous or intramuscular use of hydrocortisone sodium succinate for injection is indicated as follows:Allergic states: Control of severe or incapacitating allergic conditions intractable to adequate trials of conventional treatment in asthma, atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, drug hypersensitivity reactions, serum sickness, transfusion reactions.Dermatologic diseases: Bullous dermatitis herpetiformis, exfoliative erythroderma, mycosis fungoides, pemphigus, severe erythema multiforme (Stevens-Johnson syndrome).Endocrine disorders: Primary or secondary adrenocortical insufficiency (hydrocortisone or cortisone is the drug of choice; synthetic analogs may be used in conjunction with mineralocorticoids where applicable; in infancy, mineralocorticoid supplementation is of particular importance), congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hypercalcemia associated with cancer, nonsuppurative thyroiditis.Gastrointestinal diseases: To tide the patient over a critical period of the disease in regional enteritis (systemic therapy) and ulcerative colitis.Hematologic disorders: Acquired (autoimmune) hemolytic anemia, congenital (erythroid) hypoplastic anemia (Diamond Blackfan anemia), idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura in adults (intravenous administration only; intramuscular administration is contraindicated), pure red cell aplasia, select cases of secondary thrombocytopenia.Miscellaneous: Trichinosis with neurologic or myocardial involvement, tuberculous meningitis with subarachnoid block or impending block when used concurrently with appropriate antituberculous chemotherapy.Neoplastic diseases: For the palliative management of leukemias and lymphomas.Nervous System: Cerebral edema associated with primary or metastatic brain tumor or craniotomy.Ophthalmic diseases: Sympathetic ophthalmia, uveitis and ocular inflammatory conditions unresponsive to topical corticosteroids.Renal diseases: To induce diuresis or remission of proteinuria in idiopathic nephrotic syndrome or that due to lupus erythematosus.Respiratory diseases: Berylliosis, fulminating or disseminated pulmonary tuberculosis when used concurrently with appropriate antituberculous chemotherapy, idiopathic eosinophilic pneumonias, symptomatic sarcoidosis.Rheumatic disorders: As adjunctive therapy for short-term administration (to tide the patient over an acute episode or exacerbation) in acute gouty arthritis; acute rheumatic carditis; ankylosing spondylitis; psoriatic arthritis; rheumatoid arthritis, including juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (selected cases may require low-dose maintenance therapy). This formulation utilizes a injection delivery system. Marketed by Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc., this product is identified by NDC 70710-1907 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA217191.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
70710-1907-1
Package Description
1 VIAL in 1 CARTON / 2 mL in 1 VIAL
Product Code
70710-1907
11-Digit Billing Format
70710190701
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 238755 - hydrocortisone sodium succinate 100 MG Injection
  • RxCUI: 238755 - hydrocortisone 100 MG Injection
  • RxCUI: 238755 - hydrocortisone (as hydrocortisone sodium succinate) 100 MG Injection

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate
Non-Proprietary Name
Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate
Substance Name
Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate
Dosage Form
Injection - A sterile preparation intended for parenteral use; five distinct classes of injections exist as defined by the USP.
Administration Route
  • Intramuscular - Administration within a muscle.
  • Intravenous - Administration within or into a vein or veins.
Active Ingredient(s)
HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE 100 mg/2mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
When oral therapy is not feasible and the strength, dosage form, and route of administration of the drug reasonably lend the preparation to the treatment of the condition, the intravenous or intramuscular use of hydrocortisone sodium succinate for injection is indicated as follows:Allergic states: Control of severe or incapacitating allergic conditions intractable to adequate trials of conventional treatment in asthma, atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, drug hypersensitivity reactions, serum sickness, transfusion reactions.Dermatologic diseases: Bullous dermatitis herpetiformis, exfoliative erythroderma, mycosis fungoides, pemphigus, severe erythema multiforme (Stevens-Johnson syndrome).Endocrine disorders: Primary or secondary adrenocortical insufficiency (hydrocortisone or cortisone is the drug of choice; synthetic analogs may be used in conjunction with mineralocorticoids where applicable; in infancy, mineralocorticoid supplementation is of particular importance), congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hypercalcemia associated with cancer, nonsuppurative thyroiditis.Gastrointestinal diseases: To tide the patient over a critical period of the disease in regional enteritis (systemic therapy) and ulcerative colitis.Hematologic disorders: Acquired (autoimmune) hemolytic anemia, congenital (erythroid) hypoplastic anemia (Diamond Blackfan anemia), idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura in adults (intravenous administration only; intramuscular administration is contraindicated), pure red cell aplasia, select cases of secondary thrombocytopenia.Miscellaneous: Trichinosis with neurologic or myocardial involvement, tuberculous meningitis with subarachnoid block or impending block when used concurrently with appropriate antituberculous chemotherapy.Neoplastic diseases: For the palliative management of leukemias and lymphomas.Nervous System: Cerebral edema associated with primary or metastatic brain tumor or craniotomy.Ophthalmic diseases: Sympathetic ophthalmia, uveitis and ocular inflammatory conditions unresponsive to topical corticosteroids.Renal diseases: To induce diuresis or remission of proteinuria in idiopathic nephrotic syndrome or that due to lupus erythematosus.Respiratory diseases: Berylliosis, fulminating or disseminated pulmonary tuberculosis when used concurrently with appropriate antituberculous chemotherapy, idiopathic eosinophilic pneumonias, symptomatic sarcoidosis.Rheumatic disorders: As adjunctive therapy for short-term administration (to tide the patient over an acute episode or exacerbation) in acute gouty arthritis; acute rheumatic carditis; ankylosing spondylitis; psoriatic arthritis; rheumatoid arthritis, including juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (selected cases may require low-dose maintenance therapy). For the treatment of dermatomyositis, temporal arteritis, polymyositis and systemic lupus erythematosus.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA217191
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
05-09-2026
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 70710-1907-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 vial in 1 carton / 2 ml in 1 vial of Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate, a human prescription drug labeled by Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc.. This injection is formulated for intramuscular; intravenous use and contains hydrocortisone sodium succinate 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 Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc. on May 09, 2026. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 70710190701. 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 (5-4-1)
70710-1907-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
70710-1907-01

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