Propranolol Hydrochloride
NDC Package 54868-1518-2

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

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

Propranolol Hydrochloride is hypertensionPropranolol hydrochloride extended-release capsules are indicated in the management of hypertension. Marketed by Physicians Total Care, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 54868-1518 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA078065.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
54868-1518-2
Package Description
10 CAPSULE, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
54868-1518
11-Digit Billing Format
54868151802
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
10 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 856460 - propranolol HCl 120 MG 24HR Extended Release Oral Capsule
  • RxCUI: 856460 - 24 HR propranolol hydrochloride 120 MG Extended Release Oral Capsule
  • RxCUI: 856460 - propranolol hydrochloride 120 MG 24 HR Extended Release Oral Capsule
  • RxCUI: 856481 - propranolol HCl 160 MG 24HR Extended Release Oral Capsule
  • RxCUI: 856481 - 24 HR propranolol hydrochloride 160 MG Extended Release Oral Capsule

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Propranolol Hydrochloride
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
HypertensionPropranolol hydrochloride extended-release capsules are indicated in the management of hypertension. It may be used alone or used in combination with other antihypertensive agents, particularly a thiazide diuretic. Propranolol hydrochloride extended-release capsules is not indicated in the management of hypertensive emergencies. Angina Pectoris Due to Coronary AtherosclerosisPropranolol hydrochloride extended-release capsules are indicated to decrease angina frequency and increase exercise tolerance in patients with angina pectoris. MigrainePropranolol hydrochloride extended-release capsules are indicated for the prophylaxis of common migraine headache. The efficacy of propranolol in the treatment of a migraine attack that has started has not been established, and propranolol is not indicated for such use. Hypertrophic Subaortic StenosisPropranolol hydrochloride extended-release capsules improves NYHA functional class in symptomatic patients with hypertrophic subaortic stenosis.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Physicians Total Care, Inc.
FDA Application #
ANDA078065
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
03-14-1994
Listing Expiration
12-31-2017
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 (54868-1518). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

54868-1518-1
30 CAPSULE, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE
54868-1518-3
120 CAPSULE, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 54868-1518-2 identifies a specific commercial package of 10 capsule, extended release in 1 bottle of Propranolol Hydrochloride, labeled by Physicians Total Care, Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 10 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 Physicians Total Care, Inc. on March 14, 1994. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.

How is this Physicians Total Care, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 54868151802. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 10 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 (5-4-1)
54868-1518-2
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
54868-1518-02

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