Atacand Hct
NDC Package 54868-4869-0

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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.

Atacand Hct is a medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Marketed by Physicians Total Care, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 54868-4869 and is authorized under FDA application NDA021093.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
54868-4869-0
Package Description
30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
54868-4869
11-Digit Billing Format
54868486900
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
30 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 578325 - candesartan cilexetil 16 MG / hydroCHLOROthiazide 12.5 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 578325 - candesartan cilexetil 16 MG / hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 578325 - candesartan cilexetil 16 MG / HCTZ 12.5 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 578330 - candesartan cilexetil 32 MG / hydroCHLOROthiazide 12.5 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 578330 - candesartan cilexetil 32 MG / hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 MG Oral Tablet

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Atacand Hct
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains 2 medications: candesartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Candesartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a "water pill" (diuretic). It increases the amount of urine you make, especially when you first start the medication. It also helps to relax the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. These medications are used together when 1 drug alone is not controlling your blood pressure. Your doctor may direct you to start taking the individual medications first, and then switch you over to this combination product if this is the best dose combination for you.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Physicians Total Care, Inc.
FDA Application #
NDA021093
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
11-13-2003
Listing Expiration
12-31-2017
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 54868-4869-0 identifies a specific commercial package of 30 tablet in 1 bottle of Atacand Hct, labeled by Physicians Total Care, Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 30 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 November 13, 2003. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2017.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains 2 medications: candesartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Candesartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a "water pill" (diuretic). It increases the amount of urine you make, especially when you first start the medication. It also helps to relax the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. These medications are used together when 1 drug alone is not controlling your blood pressure. Your doctor may direct you to start taking the individual medications first, and then switch you over to this combination product if this is the best dose combination for you.

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: 54868486900. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 30 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)
54868-4869-0
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
54868-4869-00

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