Amlodipine Besylate
NDC Package 0054-0102-28

The code 0054-0102-28 identifies a specific commercial package of 300 tablet in 1 bottle of Amlodipine Besylate, labeled by West-ward Pharmaceuticals Corp.. This is formulated for use and contains as the active substance.

This product code is currently listed as inactive or excluded from the primary directory. It was introduced to the market by West-ward Pharmaceuticals Corp. on July 09, 2007. The current certification is valid through August 20, 2020.

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor.

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 00054010228. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 300 total billable units per package. The table below illustrates the segment conversion from the 10-digit labeler code to the 11-digit provider format.