Clopidogrel
NDC Package 33261-987-90

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

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

Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease). Marketed by Aidarex Pharmaceuticals Llc, this product is identified by NDC 33261-987 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA090540.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
33261-987-90
Package Description
90 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
33261-987
11-Digit Billing Format
33261098790
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
90 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Clopidogrel
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease). It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Aidarex Pharmaceuticals Llc
FDA Application #
ANDA090540
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
05-17-2012
Listing Expiration
12-31-2019
Exclude Flag
I
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 33261-987-90 identifies a specific commercial package of 90 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle, plastic of Clopidogrel, labeled by Aidarex Pharmaceuticals Llc. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 90 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 May 17, 2012. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2019.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease). It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body.

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

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 33261098790. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 90 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)
33261-987-90
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
33261-0987-90

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