A specific formulation of clonidine hydrochloride tablets, 0.3 mg, supplied in bottles of 100, has the National Drug Code (NDC) of 0228-2129-10.
Understanding National Drug Codes (NDCs)
The National Drug Code (NDC) is a unique, standardized 10-digit or 11-digit numerical code used in the United States to identify marketed human drug products. Each NDC has three distinct segments:
- Labeler Code (first segment): Identifies the manufacturer, packager, or distributor of the drug.
- Product Code (second segment): Specifies the drug's strength, dosage form (e.g., tablet, capsule, liquid), and formulation.
- Package Code (third segment): Identifies the specific package size and type (e.g., bottle of 100, blister pack of 30).
Because of these segments, a single drug like clonidine can have many different NDC codes depending on its strength, dosage form, manufacturer, and package size.
Specific NDC for Clonidine Hydrochloride 0.3 mg Tablets
For clonidine hydrochloride, a tablet described as having "on one side and 129 and bisect on the other side," containing 0.3 mg of clonidine hydrochloride, USP, when supplied in bottles of 100, the NDC code is:
| Drug Name | Strength | Dosage Form | Package Size | NDC Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clonidine Hydrochloride | 0.3 mg | Tablet | 100 tablets | 0228-2129-10 |
This specific code identifies this particular product presentation. Other strengths (e.g., 0.1 mg, 0.2 mg), different dosage forms (e.g., transdermal patches), or varying package counts would correspond to different NDC codes.
How to Find Other Clonidine NDC Codes
To find NDC codes for other clonidine products, including different strengths, formulations, or manufacturers, you can utilize public databases. The DailyMed website, maintained by the National Library of Medicine, is a comprehensive source for official labeling information and NDC codes for all marketed drugs in the U.S.
