Generate a Pharmacode barcode with ForQRCode. Enter the encoded value, adjust colors and dimensions, and download a production-ready image.
Technical specifications
- Symbology
- Pharmacode
- Character set
- Numeric digits only
- Data length
- 3–131070 digits
- Check digit
- None
How to create a Pharmacode barcode
Generate a scannable Pharmacode symbol in three steps.
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Select Pharmacode
This page is preset to Pharmacode. Switch symbologies with the links above if needed.
- 2
Enter the data
Type the digits or characters your Pharmacode symbol should encode. Invalid lengths show an error before download.
- 3
Download the image
Adjust bar width and height, then export PNG or SVG for labels and cartons.
About Pharmacode
Pharmacode is used for packaging lines and unit-dose tracking in pharma.
Related formats in this family include Code 32, Pharmacode, and Pharmacode Two-Track. Pick the symbology your scanner or retailer expects.
ForQRCode renders valid bar patterns for proofing and internal labels. Retail distribution may still require official GS1 identifiers where applicable.
Tips for Pharmacode labels
- 1
Leave quiet zones (margin) on both sides of linear barcodes.
- 2
Print at sufficient height so narrow bars do not blur on inkjet printers.
- 3
Verify check digits before mass printing EAN and ITF symbols.
- 4
Test scan with the same engine your warehouse or POS uses.
Questions about Pharmacode
What is Pharmacode?
Pharmacode is a barcode symbology for packaging lines and unit-dose tracking in pharma.
Which scanners read Pharmacode?
Most linear imagers and laser scanners support Pharmacode when configured for this symbology.
Can I change colors?
Yes. Keep strong contrast between bars and background for reliable scans.
GS1 compliance?
Pharmacode is internal to packaging lines, not a GS1 retail barcode.
Which export format for print?
SVG and PDF keep edges sharp on cartons and labels.