NDC Package 68788-7856-6 Glipizide

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

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
68788-7856-6
Package Description:
60 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Glipizide
Non-Proprietary Name:
Glipizide
Substance Name:
Glipizide
Usage Information:
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
68788785606
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
60 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 315107 - glipiZIDE 10 MG 24HR Extended Release Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 315107 - 24 HR glipizide 10 MG Extended Release Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 315107 - glipizide ER 10 MG 24 HR Extended Release Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 315107 - glipizide XL 10 MG 24 HR Extended Release Oral Tablet
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.
    Dosage Form:
    Tablet, Film Coated, Extended Release - 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; the tablet is formulated in such manner as to make the contained medicament available over an extended period of time following ingestion.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Active Ingredient(s):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    ANDA204720
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    01-29-2021
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2024
    Exclude Flag:
    N
    Code Structure:

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    Other Product Packages

    The following packages are also available for this product:

    NDC Package CodePackage Description
    68788-7856-1100 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
    68788-7856-330 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
    68788-7856-990 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 68788-7856-6?

    The NDC Packaged Code 68788-7856-6 is assigned to a package of 60 tablet, film coated, extended release in 1 bottle, plastic of Glipizide, a human prescription drug labeled by Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.. The product's dosage form is tablet, film coated, extended release and is administered via oral form.This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 60 billable units per package.

    Is NDC 68788-7856 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Glipizide with product code 68788-7856 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. on January 29, 2021 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 NDC billing unit for package 68788-7856-6?

    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 60.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 68788-7856-6?

    The 11-digit format is 68788785606. 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 5-4-1 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
    5-4-168788-7856-65-4-268788-7856-06