Vancomycin Hydrochloride Powder, For Solution
NDC Package 72162-1775-2

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

Package Information

Vancomycin Hydrochloride powders is vancomycin Hydrochloride for Oral Solution is administered orally for treatment of enterocolitis caused by Staphylococcus aureus (including methicillin-resistant strains) and antibiotic-associated pseudomembranous colitis caused by C. This formulation utilizes a powder, for solution delivery system. Marketed by Bryant Ranch Prepack, this product is identified by NDC 72162-1775 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA061667.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
72162-1775-2
Package Description
150 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
72162-1775
11-Digit Billing Format
72162177502
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
150 ML

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Vancomycin Hydrochloride
Non-Proprietary Name
Vancomycin Hydrochloride
Substance Name
Vancomycin Hydrochloride
Dosage Form
Powder, For Solution - An intimate mixture of dry, finely divided drugs and/or chemicals, which, upon the addition of suitable vehicles, yields a solution.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE 250 mg/5mL
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Vancomycin Hydrochloride for Oral Solution is administered orally for treatment of enterocolitis caused by Staphylococcus aureus (including methicillin-resistant strains) and antibiotic-associated pseudomembranous colitis caused by C. difficile. Parenteral administration of vancomycin is not effective for the above indications; therefore, Vancomycin Hydrochloride for Oral Solution must be given orally for these infections. Orally administered Vancomycin Hydrochloride for Oral Solution is not effective for other types of infection.To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of Vancomycin Hydrochloride for Oral Solution and other antibacterial drugs, Vancomycin Hydrochloride for Oral Solution 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
Bryant Ranch Prepack
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA061667
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
09-09-2019
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
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 (72162-1775). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

72162-1775-4
300 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
72162-1775-7
80 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 72162-1775-2 identifies a specific commercial package of 150 ml in 1 bottle, plastic of Vancomycin Hydrochloride, a human prescription drug labeled by Bryant Ranch Prepack. This product is billed per "ML" milliliter and contains an estimated amount of 150 billable units per package. This powder, for solution is formulated for oral use and contains vancomycin hydrochloride 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 Bryant Ranch Prepack on September 09, 2019. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this Bryant Ranch Prepack product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 72162177502. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 150 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 (5-4-1)
72162-1775-2
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
72162-1775-02

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