NDC Package 72888-004-00 Metoprolol Tartrate

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

Package Information

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NDC Package Code:
72888-004-00
Package Description:
1000 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code:
Proprietary Name:
Metoprolol Tartrate
Non-Proprietary Name:
Metoprolol Tartrate
Substance Name:
Metoprolol Tartrate
Usage Information:
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.
11-Digit NDC Billing Format:
72888000400
Billing Unit:
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
1000 EA
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk:
  • RxCUI: 1606347 - metoprolol tartrate 37.5 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 1606349 - metoprolol tartrate 75 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 866511 - metoprolol tartrate 100 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 866514 - metoprolol tartrate 50 MG Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 866924 - metoprolol tartrate 25 MG Oral Tablet
  • Product Type:
    Human Prescription Drug
    Labeler Name:
    Advagen Pharma Limited
    Dosage Form:
    Tablet, Film Coated - 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.
    Administration Route(s):
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
  • Active Ingredient(s):
    Sample Package:
    No
    FDA Application Number:
    ANDA200981
    Marketing Category:
    ANDA - A product marketed under an approved Abbreviated New Drug Application.
    Start Marketing Date:
    12-01-2018
    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
    72888-004-01100 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE
    72888-004-05500 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is NDC 72888-004-00?

    The NDC Packaged Code 72888-004-00 is assigned to a package of 1000 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle of Metoprolol Tartrate, a human prescription drug labeled by Advagen Pharma Limited. The product's dosage form is tablet, film coated and is administered via oral form.

    Is NDC 72888-004 included in the NDC Directory?

    Yes, Metoprolol Tartrate with product code 72888-004 is active and included in the NDC Directory. The product was first marketed by Advagen Pharma Limited on December 01, 2018 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 72888-004-00?

    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 1000.

    What is the 11-digit format for NDC 72888-004-00?

    The 11-digit format is 72888000400. 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 5-3-2 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
    5-3-272888-004-005-4-272888-0004-00