Amlodipine Besylate
NDC Package 33261-535-60

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Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was inactivated by the FDA.

Amlodipine Besylate is amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Marketed by Aidarex Pharmaceuticals Llc, this product is identified by NDC 33261-535 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA077995.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
33261-535-60
Package Description
60 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
11-Digit Billing Format
33261053560
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
60 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Amlodipine Besylate
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
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.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Aidarex Pharmaceuticals Llc
FDA Application #
ANDA077995
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
01-01-2011
Listing Expiration
12-31-2018
Exclude Flag
I
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 (33261-535). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
90 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 33261-535-60 identifies a specific commercial package of 60 tablet in 1 bottle, plastic of Amlodipine Besylate, labeled by Aidarex Pharmaceuticals Llc. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 60 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 Aidarex Pharmaceuticals Llc on January 01, 2011. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2018.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

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.

How is this Aidarex Pharmaceuticals Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 33261053560. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 60 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)
33261-535-60
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
33261-0535-60

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