Pharmacy
NDC medical abbreviation
NDC means "National Drug Code".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (4 in all for NDC), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What NDC means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Drug Code | None | Prescriptions, Pharmacy |
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What does NDC mean in medical terms?
NDC means "National Drug Code".
Where is NDC used?
NDC shows up in prescriptions and pharmacy. Its category here is pharmacy.
Is NDC on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. NDC is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.