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NDC Package 68163-118-25 Zinc Cold Therapy Citrus Flavor

Zinc Gluconate Tablet, Chewable Oral - View Billable Units, 11-Digit Format, RxNorm

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Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
68163-118-25
Package Description:
25 TABLET, CHEWABLE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code:
68163-118
Proprietary Name:
Zinc Cold Therapy Citrus Flavor
Non-Proprietary Name:
Zinc Gluconate
Substance Name:
Zinc Gluconate
Usage Information:
•For best results, use at the first sign of a cold and continue to use as directed•adults and children 12 years of age and older:•chew one tablet completely at the onset of symptoms. Do not swallow tablets whole.•repeat every 3 hours until symptoms are gone•to avoid minor stomach upset, do not take on an empty stomach.•do not eat or drink for 15 minutes after use. Do not eat or drink citrus fruits or juices for 30 minutes before or after use. Otherwise, drink plenty of fluids•recommended daily dose is 6 tablets for adults and 4 tablets for ages 12 through 17•Children under 12 years of age: Consult a doctor before use.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
68163011825
Product Type:
Human Otc Drug
Labeler Name:
Raritan Pharmaceuticals Inc
Dosage Form:
Tablet, Chewable - A solid dosage form containing medicinal substances with or without suitable diluents that is intended to be chewed, producing a pleasant tasting residue in the oral cavity that is easily swallowed and does not leave a bitter or unpleasant after-taste.
Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
    • Active Ingredient(s):
  • ZINC GLUCONATE 1 [hp_X]/1
    • Pharmacologic Class(es):
  • Copper Absorption Inhibitor - [EPC] (Established Pharmacologic Class)
  • Decreased Copper Ion Absorption - [PE] (Physiologic Effect)
    • Sample Package:
    No
    Marketing Category:
    UNAPPROVED HOMEOPATHIC - A category specifying that a product is marketed as unapproved homeopathic product.
    Start Marketing Date:
    04-19-2019
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 68163-118-25?

    The NDC Packaged Code 68163-118-25 is assigned to a package of 25 tablet, chewable in 1 bottle, plastic of Zinc Cold Therapy Citrus Flavor, a human over the counter drug labeled by Raritan Pharmaceuticals Inc. The product's dosage form is tablet, chewable and is administered via oral form.

    Is NDC 68163-118 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Zinc Cold Therapy Citrus Flavor with product code 68163-118 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Raritan Pharmaceuticals Inc on April 19, 2019 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 68163-118-25?

    The 11-digit format is 68163011825. 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
    5-3-268163-118-255-4-268163-0118-25