Sodium Bicarbonate Antacid Tablet
NDC Package 71610-669-80

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

Package Information

Sodium Bicarbonate Antacid (sodium bicarbonate) tablets is do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weekstablets may be swallowed whole or dissolved in water prior to useadults 60 years of age and over: 1-2 tablets every 4 hours, not more than 12 tablets in 24 hours adults under 60 years of age: 1-4 tablets every 4 hours, not more than 24 tablets in 24 hours. This formulation utilizes a tablet delivery system. Marketed by Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc, this product is identified by NDC 71610-669 and is authorized under FDA application M001.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
71610-669-80
Package Description
180 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
71610-669
11-Digit Billing Format
71610066980
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
180 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Sodium Bicarbonate Antacid
Non-Proprietary Name
Sodium Bicarbonate
Substance Name
Sodium Bicarbonate
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)
SODIUM BICARBONATE 650 mg/1
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weekstablets may be swallowed whole or dissolved in water prior to useadults 60 years of age and over: 1-2 tablets every 4 hours, not more than 12 tablets in 24 hours adults under 60 years of age: 1-4 tablets every 4 hours, not more than 24 tablets in 24 hours

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M001
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
03-25-2015
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
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 (71610-669). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

71610-669-53
60 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE
71610-669-60
90 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 71610-669-80 identifies a specific commercial package of 180 tablet in 1 bottle of Sodium Bicarbonate Antacid, a human over the counter drug labeled by Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 180 billable units per package. This tablet is formulated for oral use and contains sodium bicarbonate 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 Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc on March 25, 2015. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, Llc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 71610066980. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 180 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 (5-3-2)
71610-669-80
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
71610-0669-80

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