NDC Package 0591-0900-30 Glipizide ER

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

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
0591-0900-30
Package Description:
30 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Glipizide ER
Non-Proprietary Name:
Glipizide
Substance Name:
Glipizide
Usage Information:
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
00591090030
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: 310489 - glipiZIDE 2.5 MG 24HR Extended Release Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 310489 - 24 HR glipizide 2.5 MG Extended Release Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 310489 - glipizide ER 2.5 MG 24 HR Extended Release Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 310489 - glipizide XL 2.5 MG 24 HR Extended Release Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 314006 - glipiZIDE 5 MG 24HR Extended Release Oral Tablet
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Actavis Pharma, Inc.
    Dosage Form:
    Tablet, Film Coated, Extended Release - 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; the tablet is formulated in such manner as to make the contained medicament available over an extended period of time following ingestion.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Active Ingredient(s):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    ANDA076467
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    04-03-2006
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 0591-0900-30?

    The NDC Packaged Code 0591-0900-30 is assigned to a package of 30 tablet, film coated, extended release in 1 bottle, plastic of Glipizide ER, a human prescription drug labeled by Actavis Pharma, Inc.. The product's dosage form is tablet, film coated, extended release and is administered via oral form.

    Is NDC 0591-0900 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Glipizide ER with product code 0591-0900 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Actavis Pharma, Inc. on April 03, 2006 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 0591-0900-30?

    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 0591-0900-30?

    The 11-digit format is 00591090030. 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 4-4-2 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
    4-4-20591-0900-305-4-200591-0900-30