NDC Package 43602-501-05 Famotidine

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

Package Information

Find all the important details about this NDC Package code, including the 11-Digit NDC Billing number, billing units, wholesale price, RxNorm crosswalk, active ingredients, pharmacologic clasess, etc.

NDC Package Code:
43602-501-05
Package Description:
500 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Famotidine
Non-Proprietary Name:
Famotidine
Substance Name:
Famotidine
Usage Information:
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
43602050105
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 284245 - famotidine 40 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 310273 - famotidine 20 MG Oral Tablet
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Ascent Pharmaceuticals, 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:
    ANDA215689
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    10-15-2021
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

    The NDC Directory contains ONLY information on final marketed drugs submitted to FDA electronically by labelers. A labeler might be a manufacturer, re-packager or re-labeler. The product information included in the NDC directory does not indicate that FDA has verified the information provided by the product labeler. Assigned NDC numbers are not in any way an indication of FDA approval of the product.

    * Please review the disclaimer below.

    Other Product Packages

    The following packages are also available for this product:

    NDC Package CodePackage Description
    43602-501-3030 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE

    * Please review the disclaimer below.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 43602-501-05?

    The NDC Packaged Code 43602-501-05 is assigned to a package of 500 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Famotidine, a human prescription drug labeled by Ascent Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. The product's dosage form is tablet, film coated and is administered via oral form.

    Is NDC 43602-501 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Famotidine with product code 43602-501 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Ascent Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on October 15, 2021 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 11-digit format for NDC 43602-501-05?

    The 11-digit format is 43602050105. 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
    5-3-243602-501-055-4-243602-0501-05