Tizanidine Tablet
NDC Package 68071-3440-9

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Tizanidine tablets is tizanidine tablet is a central alpha-2-adrenergic agonist indicated for the management of spasticity. This formulation utilizes a tablet delivery system. Marketed by Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc., this product is identified by NDC 68071-3440 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA076286.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68071-3440-9
Package Description
90 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
68071-3440
11-Digit Billing Format
68071344009
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Tizanidine
Non-Proprietary Name
Tizanidine
Substance Name
Tizanidine Hydrochloride
Dosage Form
Tablet - A solid dosage form containing medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
TIZANIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE 2 mg/1
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Tizanidine tablet is a central alpha-2-adrenergic agonist indicated for the management of spasticity. Because of the short duration of therapeutic effect, treatment with tizanidine tablets should be reserved for those daily activities and times when relief of spasticity is most important [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.1) ].

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA076286
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
07-03-2002
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
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 68071-3440-9 identifies a specific commercial package of 90 tablet in 1 bottle of Tizanidine, a human prescription drug labeled by Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc.. This tablet is formulated for oral use and contains tizanidine hydrochloride as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc. on July 03, 2002. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Nucare Pharmaceuticals,inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 68071344009. 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)
68071-3440-9
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68071-3440-09

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