NDC Package 64980-178-05 Chloroquine Phosphate

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

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
64980-178-05
Package Description:
500 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Chloroquine Phosphate
Non-Proprietary Name:
Chloroquine Phosphate
Substance Name:
Chloroquine Phosphate
Usage Information:
Chloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites. Chloroquine belongs to a class of drugs known as antimalarials. The United States Centers for Disease Control provide updated guidelines and travel recommendations for the prevention and treatment of malaria in different parts of the world. Discuss the most recent information with your doctor before traveling to areas where malaria occurs. Chloroquine is also used to treat infection caused by a different type of parasite (ameba). Chloroquine is not recommended for coronavirus infection, also known as COVID-19, unless you are enrolled in a study. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
64980017805
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 1116758 - chloroquine phosphate 500 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 1116758 - chloroquine phosphate 500 MG (chloroquine 300 MG) Oral Tablet
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Rising 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):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    ANDA090612
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    07-01-2011
    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
    64980-178-01100 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
    64980-178-0225 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
    64980-178-101000 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 64980-178-05?

    The NDC Packaged Code 64980-178-05 is assigned to a package of 500 tablet in 1 bottle, plastic of Chloroquine Phosphate, a human prescription drug labeled by Rising Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. The product's dosage form is tablet and is administered via oral form.

    Is NDC 64980-178 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Chloroquine Phosphate with product code 64980-178 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Rising Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on July 01, 2011 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 64980-178-05?

    The 11-digit format is 64980017805. 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
    5-3-264980-178-055-4-264980-0178-05