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NDC Package 62559-642-90 Atacand

Candesartan Cilexetil Tablet Oral - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

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    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
62559-642-90
Package Description:
90 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code:
62559-642
Proprietary Name:
Atacand
Non-Proprietary Name:
Candesartan Cilexetil
Substance Name:
Candesartan Cilexetil
Usage Information:
Candesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Candesartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. This medication is also used to treat heart failure. This medication is not recommended for use in children younger than 1 year due to increased risk of side effects.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
62559064290
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
90 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 153822 - candesartan cilexetil 4 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 153823 - candesartan cilexetil 8 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 577776 - candesartan cilexetil 16 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 577785 - Atacand 4 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 577785 - candesartan cilexetil 4 MG Oral Tablet [Atacand]
    • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Ani Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Dosage Form:
    Tablet - A solid dosage form containing medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
    • Active Ingredient(s):
  • CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL 16 mg/1
    • Pharmacologic Class(es):
  • Angiotensin 2 Receptor Antagonists - [MoA] (Mechanism of Action)
  • Angiotensin 2 Receptor Blocker - [EPC] (Established Pharmacologic Class)
    • Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    NDA020838
    Marketing Category:
    NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    10-01-2018
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Other Product Packages

    The following packages are also available for this product:

    NDC Package CodePackage Description
    62559-642-3030 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 62559-642-90?

    The NDC Packaged Code 62559-642-90 is assigned to a package of 90 tablet in 1 bottle of Atacand, a human prescription drug labeled by Ani Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. The product's dosage form is tablet and is administered via oral form.

    Is NDC 62559-642 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Atacand with product code 62559-642 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Ani Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on October 01, 2018 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 NDC billing unit for package 62559-642-90?

    The contents of this package are billed per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units. The calculated billable units for this package is 90.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 62559-642-90?

    The 11-digit format is 62559064290. 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
    5-3-262559-642-905-4-262559-0642-90