Atorvastatin Calcium
NDC Package 68382-252-10

The code 68382-252-10 identifies a specific commercial package of 1000 tablet in 1 bottle of Atorvastatin Calcium, labeled by Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc.. This is formulated for use and contains as the active substance.

This product code is currently listed as inactive or excluded from the primary directory. It was introduced to the market by Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc. on November 21, 2018. The current certification is valid through April 01, 2026.

Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 68382025210. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 1000 total billable units per package. The table below illustrates the segment conversion from the 10-digit labeler code to the 11-digit provider format.