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Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Sparkling Original Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine maleate, Phenylephrine bitartrate 325 mg; 7.8 mg; 2 mg Tablet, Effervescent — NDC 00280-1520-20 package photo

Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Sparkling Original Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine maleate, Phenylephrine bitartrate 325 mg; 7.8 mg; 2 mg Tablet, Effervescent

by Bayer HealthCare LLC. · 10 POUCH in 1 CARTON (0280-1520-20) / 2 TABLET, EFFERVESCENT in 1 POUCH
NDC 00280-1520-20
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 0280-1520-20 billing pads the labeler segment with a zero
This package
Contains2 tablet, effervescent in 1 pouch Pack sizes5 compare ↓
Also comes in: 2 tablets 00280-1520-04 2 tablets 00280-1520-36 2 tablets 00280-1520-48 2 tablets 00280-1520-72
OTC On market Non-controlled
🗂️ Data synced Sep 17, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 0280-1520-20
Product NDC 0280-1520
11-digit billing NDC 00280152020
NCPDP billing unit EA — each (per item)
RxCUI 1536840
UNII R16CO5Y76E, 27O3Q5ML57, V1Q0O9OJ9Z
UPC 0016500565017
Application # M012
SPL Set ID 531ab703-179a-70ad-e054-00144ff88e88
Established class (EPC) Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug; Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor
Mechanism of action Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
Physiologic effect Decreased Prostaglandin Production; Decreased Platelet Aggregation
Chemical class Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2017-07-03
Route ORAL
Dosage form TABLET, EFFERVESCENT
Substance ASPIRIN; PHENYLEPHRINE BITARTRATE; CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 0280-1520-20 — a 4-4-2 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the labeler segment → 00280-1520-20. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

🏷️ RxNorm drug class

This medicine belongs to the Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor class.

Pharmacologic class Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor, Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug
Drug family (ATC) Other agents for local oral treatment, Platelet aggregation inhibitors excl. heparin, Salicylic acid and derivatives
How it works Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
Where does this data come from?
Therapeutic classes from RxNorm RxClass (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Established Pharmacologic Class (FDA), ATC drug family (WHO) and mechanism of action, matched by this product’s RxCUI.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerBayer HealthCare LLC.
FDA applicationM012 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code00280
First marketedJul 2017
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio240 products on file
The labeler markets the product; the application holder owns the FDA approval. They’re often the same company but can differ (e.g. a repackager or an authorized generic). A mailing address / phone appears here when the manufacturer includes it in the product’s FDA label (not all do).
Where does this data come from?
Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

🩺 Clinical

🧪 What is this product?

Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold is an effervescent tablet you dissolve in water and drink by mouth. It is an over-the-counter monograph product that combines aspirin (a pain reliever and fever reducer), phenylephrine (a decongestant typically used to relieve nasal congestion), and chlorpheniramine (an antihistamine commonly used to reduce sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes). The tablet form allows the ingredients to dissolve quickly for rapid absorption.

Supplement & herbal interactions

🌿 Drug–supplement interaction checker →
Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

💊 What it looks like

Color white
ShapeRound
ImprintALKA;SELTZER
Size25 mm
ScoringNot scored
One label can cover several strengths, so colors may be combined — always confirm a loose pill against the dispensed prescription label or a pharmacist.
Where does this data come from?
Physical description (imprint, shape, color, scoring, coating) from this product’s FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL), mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA.

🧪 Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

💡 Tap an ingredient (hover on desktop) to see what it is and why it’s used.

  • UNII 23OV73Q5G9
    Acesulfame potassium is an artificial sweetener that tastes about 200 times sweeter than sugar. It's added to medicines to improve taste without adding calories or affecting blood sugar.
  • UNII XF417D3PSL
    Anhydrous citric acid is a sour, crystalline powder derived from citric acid with water removed. In medicines, it acts as a buffer to control pH, adds tartness to improve taste, and helps tablets disintegrate.
  • UNII S4255P4G5M
    Calcium silicate is a white powder made from calcium and silicon compounds. It acts as an anti-caking agent and flow aid, helping powder ingredients move smoothly during tablet or capsule manufacturing.
  • UNII 92RU3N3Y1O
    Dimethicone is a silicone-based oil that acts as an anti-foaming agent and lubricant in medicines. It reduces gas bubbles in liquid formulations and helps coat and protect the stomach lining when ingested.
  • UNII F05Q2T2JA0
    Docusate sodium is a stool softener compound that helps medicines dissolve and move through the digestive tract. It acts as a surfactant, reducing surface tension in the intestines, and also serves as a wetting agent in tablet formulations.
  • UNII 3OWL53L36A
    A natural sugar alcohol derived from seaweed or synthesized in the lab. It's used as a filler to add bulk, a sweetener in sugar-free formulas, and a disintegrant to help tablets break apart in the stomach.
  • UNII FZ989GH94E
    Povidone is a synthetic polymer made from a plastic-like material. It acts as a binder to hold tablet ingredients together and as a disintegrant to help the tablet break apart in your stomach so the medicine can be absorbed.
  • UNII OJ245FE5EU
    Sodium benzoate is a salt derived from benzoic acid, a preservative. It's added to medicines to prevent growth of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that could spoil the product.
  • UNII 8MDF5V39QO
    A white powder form of baking soda that acts as a buffer and pH regulator in medicines. It helps maintain the right acid-base balance and may aid tablet disintegration.

9 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

The official label also statesInactive ingredients acesulfame potassium, anhydrous citric acid, aspartame, calcium silicate, dimethicone, docusate sodium, flavors, mannitol, povidone, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate

Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.

Where does this data come from?
Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMed — ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

💲 Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer eachPer package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs.
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data.
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No price is published for this exact package yet. CMS surveys NADAC per package size, so a different pack of the same drug often has one.
Try another pack size: 2 tablets 2 tablets 2 tablets 2 tablets
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Alka-Seltzer Plus Severe Cold PowerFast Fizz Orange Zest 7 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 325 mg 00280-0020-01 Bayer 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Sparkling Original PowerFast Fizz 325 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 7.8 mg 00280-0060-01 Bayer 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Medicine Sparkling Original 325 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 7.8 mg 00280-1400-32 Bayer 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Orange Zest 325 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 7.8 mg 00280-1510-20 Bayer 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Sparkling Original 325 mg/1; 7.8 mg/1; 2 mgthis 00280-1520-20 Bayer 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Headache Maximum Strength Fast Dissolve 325 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 7.8 mg 00280-8270-16 Bayer 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Walgreens Effervescent Cold Relief Plus 325 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 7.8 mg 00363-0875-36 Walgreens 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Kroger Effervescent Cold Relief 325 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 7.8 mg 30142-0875-36 Kroger 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Effervescent Cold Relief 7.8 mg/1; 325 mg/1; 2 mg 36800-0768-20 Topco 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Effervescent Orange Cold Relief 7.8 mg/1; 325 mg/1; 2 mg 37808-0768-20 H. 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Equaline Effervescent Cold Relief 325 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 7.8 mg 41163-0768-20 United 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Effervescent Orange Cold Relief 7.8 mg/1; 325 mg/1; 2 mg 41250-0123-20 Meijer 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Meijer Effervescent Cold Relief 325 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 7.8 mg 41250-0768-36 Meijer 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Equate Effervescent Cold Relief 325 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 7.8 mg 49035-0768-67 Walmart 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Top Value Effervescent Cold Relief 325 mg/1; 7.8 mg/1; 2 mg 50201-7682-02 Tower 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Top Value Effervescent Cold Relief - Orange 7.8 mg/1; 325 mg/1; 2 mg 50201-8752-00 Tower 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Good Sense Effervescent Cold Relief 2 mg/1; 325 mg/1; 7.8 mg 50804-0873-20 Good 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Effervescent Cold Relief 325 mg/1; 7.8 mg/1; 2 mg 53943-0873-20 Discount 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Family Wellness Effervescent Cold Relief Orange 2 mg/1; 325 mg/1; 7.8 mg 55319-0875-20 Family 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Effervescent Orange Cold Relief 7.8 mg/1; 325 mg/1; 2 mg 55910-0769-20 DOLGENCORP, 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Dollar General Effervescent Cold Relief 325 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 7.8 mg 55910-0873-20 DOLGENCORP, 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Quality Choice Effervescent Cold Relief Plus 325 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 7.8 mg 63868-0228-20 Chain 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Quality Choice Effervescent Cold Relief - Orange 7.8 mg/1; 325 mg/1; 2 mg 63868-0568-20 Chain 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Best Choice Effervescent Cold Relief 325 mg/1; 7.8 mg/1; 2 mg 63941-0873-20 Valu 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
WinCo Foods Effervescent Cold Relief 325 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 7.8 mg 67091-0109-20 WinCo 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
Effervescent Orange Cold Relief 7.8 mg/1; 325 mg/1; 2 mg 69842-0875-20 CVS 2 tablets — — FDA listed —
About this product: other versions of the same ingredient, strength and form are listed above, least expensive first, with FDA equivalence ratings where available.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

⏳ Availability & generic status

🏛️
2017
On the market since
Jul 2017
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
9 years listed
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No generic listed yet
brand only
ℹ️No FDA-approved generic found

We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
00280-1520-04 2 POUCH in 1 CARTON (0280-1520-04) / 2 TABLET, EFFERVESCENT in 1 POUCH 2018-10-01 Active
00280-1520-20 You're viewing this 10 POUCH in 1 CARTON (0280-1520-20) / 2 TABLET, EFFERVESCENT in 1 POUCH 2017-07-03 Active
00280-1520-36 18 POUCH in 1 CARTON (0280-1520-36) / 2 TABLET, EFFERVESCENT in 1 POUCH 2017-07-03 Active
00280-1520-48 24 POUCH in 1 CARTON (0280-1520-48) / 2 TABLET, EFFERVESCENT in 1 POUCH 2017-07-03 Active
00280-1520-72 36 POUCH in 1 CARTON (0280-1520-72) / 2 TABLET, EFFERVESCENT in 1 POUCH 2017-07-03 Active

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in NDC 00280-1520-20?
NDC 00280-1520-20 is listed by the FDA — 10 pouch in 1 carton / 2 tablet, effervescent in 1 pouch.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Sparkling Original Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine maleate, Phenylephrine bitartrate 325 mg; 7.8 mg; 2 mg Tablet, Effervescent?
Bill NDC 00280-1520-20 — the 11-digit billing format is 00280152020. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

🧭 About this NDC listing & data coverage

Over-the-counter (OTC) product
What data is (and isn’t) available for this NDC — tap to expand
NDC identity (package / product / labeler codes) ✓ Available
Labeler ✓ Available
Product & package description ✓ Available
Marketing category & status ✓ Available
Active ingredient / dosage form / route ✓ Available
FDA label (SPL via DailyMed) ✓ Available
Package photos ✓ Available
Inactive ingredients (structured) ✓ Available
NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data — Not published for this NDC Applies only to products approved under an NDA/ANDA; many listings are out of scope.
HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.
“Not published” reflects what the public FDA / CMS / NLM sources provide for this exact package code — it is a property of the data feeds, not a judgment about the product.

Questions about this listing

Is this NDC FDA-approved?
An NDC listing does not by itself establish FDA approval — the NDC Directory records that a product is listed with FDA, not that it was reviewed and approved. This listing's marketing category is "Otc Monograph Drug". Products approved under an application carry an NDA, ANDA, or BLA number.
Why is there no price listed?
The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.
Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?
Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The FDA registers it as 0280-1520-20, which is what is printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero: 00280-1520-20, written without dashes as 00280152020. The Identity section at the top of this page lists every form of this code.
What do the three segments of this NDC mean?
In 00280-1520-20, the first segment (00280) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Bayer HealthCare LLC.; the middle segment (1520) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (20) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
Is this package still being marketed?
Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page: this package is listed as actively marketed, with no marketing end date reported by Bayer HealthCare LLC.. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Does this product come in other package sizes?
Yes — the FDA directory lists 4 other package presentations of this same product, including 2 tablets (00280-1520-04), 2 tablets (00280-1520-36), 2 tablets (00280-1520-48). Each has its own NDC and its own page — see the package list near the top of this page.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Bayer HealthCare LLC. is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.
Do I need a prescription for this product?
This NDC is listed with FDA as an over-the-counter product, so it does not require a prescription. Follow the package directions, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is right for you.
This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.
Where does this data come from?
Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.

📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official Drug Facts labeling, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⚠️ Warnings 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose
🎯 Indications and Usage 35 words ▾

Uses Uses · temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold: · minor aches and pains · headache · runny nose · nasal and sinus congestion · sneezing · sore throat · temporarily reduces fever

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 44 words ▾

Directions ● adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets fully dissolved in 4 oz of water every 4 hours. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor. ● children under 12 years: do not use

⚠️ Warnings 192 words ▾

Warnings Reye’s syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye’s syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergy alert : Aspirin may cause a severe allergic reaction which may include: ● hives ● facial swelling ● asthma (wheezing) ● shock Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding.

The chance is higher if you ● are age 60 or older ● have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems ● take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug ● take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others) ● have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product ● take more or for a longer time than directed Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.

Do not use to sedate children.

🧪 Active Ingredient 20 words ▾

Active ingredients (in each tablet) Aspirin 325 mg (NSAID)* Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg Phenylephrine bitartrate 7.8 mg *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 20 words ▾

Inactive ingredients acesulfame potassium, anhydrous citric acid, aspartame, calcium silicate, dimethicone, docusate sodium, flavors, mannitol, povidone, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate

🎯 Purpose 7 words ▾

Purposes Pain reliever/fever reducer Antihistamine Nasal decongestant

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
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For educational and professional reference only — not medical advice. Pricing reflects published NADAC and CMS ASP (free public data) and may differ from your acquisition cost; always verify before billing or dispensing.