Ampicillin
NDC Package 70934-059-28

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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 inactivated by the FDA.

Ampicillin is capsules, USP are indicated in the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated organism listed below:INFECTIONS OF THE GENITOURINARY TRACT INCLUDING GONORRHEA: E. Marketed by Denton Pharma, Inc. Dba Northwind Pharmaceuticals, this product is identified by NDC 70934-059 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA064082.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
70934-059-28
Package Description
28 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
70934-059
11-Digit Billing Format
70934005928
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
28 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk
RxCUI: 308212 - ampicillin 500 MG Oral Capsule

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Ampicillin
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Ampicillin Capsules, USP are indicated in the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated organism listed below:INFECTIONS OF THE GENITOURINARY TRACT INCLUDING GONORRHEA: E. coli, P. mirabilis, enterococci, Shigella, S. typhosaand other Salmonella, and nonpenicillinase producing N. gonorrhoeae. INFECTIONS OF THE RESPIRATORY TRACT: Nonpenicillinase- producing H. influenzaeand staphylococci, and streptococci including streptococcus pneumoniae. INFECTIONS OF THE GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT:Shigella, S. typhosa and other Salmonella, E. coli, P. mirabilis, and enterococci. MENINGITIS: N. Meningitides. To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of ampicillin and other antibacterial drugs, ampicillin 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.Bacteriology studies to determine the causative organisms and their susceptibility to ampicillin should be performed. Therapy may be instituted prior to the results of susceptibility testing.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Denton Pharma, Inc. Dba Northwind Pharmaceuticals
FDA Application #
ANDA064082
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-02-2018
Listing Expiration
12-31-2021
Exclude Flag
I
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 70934-059-28 identifies a specific commercial package of 28 capsule in 1 bottle, plastic of Ampicillin, labeled by Denton Pharma, Inc. Dba Northwind Pharmaceuticals. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 28 billable units per package. 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 Denton Pharma, Inc. Dba Northwind Pharmaceuticals on January 02, 2018. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2021.

How is this Denton Pharma, Inc. Dba Northwind Pharmaceuticals product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 70934005928. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 28 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)
70934-059-28
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
70934-0059-28

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