Tizanidine Tablet
NDC Package 68788-8741-2

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Tizanidine tablets is tizanidine is indicated for the management of spasticity. This formulation utilizes a tablet delivery system. Marketed by Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc., this product is identified by NDC 68788-8741 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA076533.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
68788-8741-2
Package Description
20 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
68788-8741
11-Digit Billing Format
68788874102
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
20 EA
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 4 mg/1
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Tizanidine is indicated for the management of spasticity. Because of the short duration of therapeutic effect, treatment with tizanidine 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
Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Product Type
Human Prescription Drug
FDA Application #
ANDA076533
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
09-20-2024
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (68788-8741). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

68788-8741-1
100 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
68788-8741-3
30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
68788-8741-6
60 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
68788-8741-8
120 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
68788-8741-9
90 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 68788-8741-2 identifies a specific commercial package of 20 tablet in 1 bottle of Tizanidine, a human prescription drug labeled by Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 20 billable units per package. 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 Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. on September 20, 2024. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 68788874102. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 20 total billable units per package. 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)
68788-8741-2
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
68788-8741-02

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