NDC Package 72606-557-01 Imatinib Mesylate

Tablet, Film Coated Oral - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
72606-557-01
Package Description:
30 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Imatinib Mesylate
Non-Proprietary Name:
Imatinib Mesylate
Substance Name:
Imatinib Mesylate
Usage Information:
This medication is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, chronic myeloid leukemia, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, and myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative diseases). It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells. Imatinib may also be used to treat certain immune system disorders (such as aggressive systemic mastocytosis, hypereosinophilic syndrome).
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
72606055701
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
30 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 403878 - imatinib mesylate 100 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 403878 - imatinib 100 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 403878 - imatinib 100 MG (as imatinib mesylate) Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 403879 - imatinib mesylate 400 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 403879 - imatinib 400 MG Oral Tablet
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Celltrion Usa, Inc.
    Dosage Form:
    Tablet, Film Coated - A solid dosage form that contains medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents and is coated with a thin layer of a water-insoluble or water-soluble polymer.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Active Ingredient(s):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    ANDA208302
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    11-06-2019
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 72606-557-01?

    The NDC Packaged Code 72606-557-01 is assigned to a package of 30 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Imatinib Mesylate, a human prescription drug labeled by Celltrion Usa, Inc.. The product's dosage form is tablet, film coated and is administered via oral form.This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 30 billable units per package.

    Is NDC 72606-557 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Imatinib Mesylate with product code 72606-557 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Celltrion Usa, Inc. on November 06, 2019 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2024 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the NDC billing unit for package 72606-557-01?

    The contents of this package are billed per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units. The calculated billable units for this package is 30.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 72606-557-01?

    The 11-digit format is 72606055701. The 11-digit billing format might be required by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other payers in billing claim forms.

    This package code is originally configured in a 5-3-2 segment 10-digit format and by adding a zero within the original NDC package code we can obtain the converted 11-digit format in a 5-4-2 segment configuration. The table below shows the 11-digit code conversion:

    10-Digit Format10-Digit Original Code11-Digit Format11-Digit Code
    5-3-272606-557-015-4-272606-0557-01