NDC Package 68788-8991-1 Atorvastatin Calcium

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Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was inactivated by the FDA.

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NDC Package Code:
68788-8991-1
Package Description:
100 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Atorvastatin Calcium
Usage Information:
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.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
68788899101
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 259255 - atorvastatin calcium 80 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 259255 - atorvastatin 80 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 259255 - atorvastatin (as atorvastatin calcium) 80 MG Oral Tablet
  • Labeler Name:
    Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.
    Sample Package:
    No
    Start Marketing Date:
    02-16-2016
    Listing Expiration Date:
    12-31-2018
    Exclude Flag:
    I
    Code Structure:

    The NDC Directory contains ONLY information on final marketed drugs submitted to FDA electronically by labelers. A labeler might be a manufacturer, re-packager or re-labeler. The product information included in the NDC directory does not indicate that FDA has verified the information provided by the product labeler. Assigned NDC numbers are not in any way an indication of FDA approval of the product.

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    Other Product Packages

    The following packages are also available for this product:

    NDC Package CodePackage Description
    68788-8991-330 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
    68788-8991-660 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
    68788-8991-990 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 68788-8991-1?

    The NDC Packaged Code 68788-8991-1 is assigned to a package of 100 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Atorvastatin Calcium, labeled by Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.. The product's dosage form is and is administered via form.

    Is NDC 68788-8991 included in the NDC Directory?

    No, Atorvastatin Calcium with product code 68788-8991 is excluded from the NDC Directory because it's listing has been INACTIVATED by FDA. The product was first marketed by Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. on February 16, 2016 and its listing in the NDC Directory is set to expire on December 31, 2018 if the product is not updated or renewed by the manufacturer.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 68788-8991-1?

    The 11-digit format is 68788899101. 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
    5-4-168788-8991-15-4-268788-8991-01