Klor-con
NDC Package 67544-237-80

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Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was discontinued by the firm.

Klor-con is a medication a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. Marketed by Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 67544-237 and is authorized under FDA application NDA019123.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
67544-237-80
Package Description
180 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
11-Digit Billing Format
67544023780
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
180 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Klor-con
Dosage Form
-
Usage Information
This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with "water pills"/diuretics.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc
FDA Application #
NDA019123
Marketing Category
NDA - A product marketed under an approved New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
04-17-1986
End Marketing Date
04-18-2019
Listing Expiration
04-18-2019
Exclude Flag
D
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 (67544-237). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

30 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
60 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
90 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
100 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
120 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
200 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
270 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
360 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 67544-237-80 identifies a specific commercial package of 180 tablet, film coated, extended release in 1 bottle, plastic of Klor-con, labeled by Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 180 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 Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc on April 17, 1986. The current certification is valid through April 18, 2019.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with "water pills"/diuretics.

How is this Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 67544023780. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 180 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 (5-3-2)
67544-237-80
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
67544-0237-80

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