NDC Package 68001-364-00 Metronidazole

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

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
68001-364-00
Package Description:
100 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Metronidazole
Non-Proprietary Name:
Metronidazole
Substance Name:
Metronidazole
Usage Information:
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria and parasites. This antibiotic treats only certain bacterial and parasitic infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. Metronidazole may also be used with other medications to treat certain stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by a bacteria (H. pylori).
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
68001036400
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
100 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 311681 - metroNIDAZOLE 500 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 311681 - metronidazole 500 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 314106 - metroNIDAZOLE 250 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 314106 - metronidazole 250 MG Oral Tablet
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Bluepoint Laboratories
    Dosage Form:
    Tablet, Film Coated - A solid dosage form that contains medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents and is coated with a thin layer of a water-insoluble or water-soluble polymer.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Active Ingredient(s):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    ANDA203458
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    08-01-2018
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2025
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 68001-364-00?

    The NDC Packaged Code 68001-364-00 is assigned to a package of 100 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle, plastic of Metronidazole, a human prescription drug labeled by Bluepoint Laboratories. The product's dosage form is tablet, film coated and is administered via oral form.

    Is NDC 68001-364 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Metronidazole with product code 68001-364 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Bluepoint Laboratories on August 01, 2018 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2025 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the NDC billing unit for package 68001-364-00?

    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 100.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 68001-364-00?

    The 11-digit format is 68001036400. 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
    5-3-268001-364-005-4-268001-0364-00