Metformin Hydrochloride
NDC Package 72789-059-30

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Package Information

This product is EXCLUDED from the official NDC directory because the listing data was discontinued by the firm.

Metformin Hydrochloride is a . Marketed by Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc., this product is identified by NDC 72789-059 and is authorized under FDA application ANDA078321.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
72789-059-30
Package Description
30 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Product Code
11-Digit Billing Format
72789005930
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
30 EA

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Metformin Hydrochloride
Dosage Form
-

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
FDA Application #
ANDA078321
Marketing Category
ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
Start Marketing Date
04-17-2008
End Marketing Date
04-24-2025
Listing Expiration
04-24-2025
Exclude Flag
D
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 (72789-059). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

60 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
90 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
180 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
120 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 72789-059-30 identifies a specific commercial package of 30 tablet, extended release in 1 bottle, plastic of Metformin Hydrochloride, labeled by Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 30 billable units per package. This is formulated for use and contains as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

This product code is currently listed as inactive or excluded from the primary directory. It was introduced to the market by Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on April 17, 2008. The current certification is valid through April 24, 2025.

How is this Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 72789005930. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 30 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)
72789-059-30
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
72789-0059-30

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