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ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Flu Severe Fast Chewables chlorpheniramine maleate, acetaminophen, dextromethorphan hydrobromide 5 mg; 2 mg; 162.5 mg Tablet, Chewable — NDC 0280-8269-24 (Billing 00280-8269-24)

by Bayer HealthCare LLC. · 3 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / 8 TABLET, CHEWABLE in 1 BLISTER PACK

This is a package of ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Flu Severe Fast Chewables chlorpheniramine maleate, acetaminophen, dextromethorphan hydrobromide 5 mg; 2 mg; 162.5 mg Tablet, Chewable from Bayer HealthCare LLC., marketed since Jun 2026 and currently FDA-listed. It is this product's only package size.

NDC 00280-8269-24
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 0280-8269-24 billing pads the labeler segment with a zero
OTC On market Non-controlled ⇄ Compare with another NDC
🗂️ FDA directory synced Oct 1, 2026 · this listing last changed Aug 27, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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Identity & classification

Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package

FDA NDC (as labeled) 0280-8269-24
Product NDC 0280-8269
11-digit billing NDC 00280826924
RxCUI 2678231
UNII 9D2RTI9KYH, V1Q0O9OJ9Z, 362O9ITL9D
UPC 0016500601692
Application # M012
SPL Set ID 5025a333-6378-bf59-e063-6394a90af4f0
Established class (EPC) Histamine-1 Receptor Antagonist; Sigma-1 Agonist; Uncompetitive N-methyl-D-aspartate Receptor Antagonist
Mechanism of action Histamine H1 Receptor Antagonists; Sigma-1 Receptor Agonists; Uncompetitive NMDA Receptor Antagonists
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2026-06-01
Route ORAL
Dosage form TABLET, CHEWABLE
Substance DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE; CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE; ACETAMINOPHEN
Quick answers
  • RxCUI (RxNorm): 2678231
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 0280-8269-24 — 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 → 00280-8269-24. 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 Anilides class.

Drug family (ATC) Anilides
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.

Clinical

🧪 What is this product?

Alka-Seltzer Cold Cold and Flu Severe Fast Chewables is an over-the-counter oral chewable tablet containing three active ingredients. Acetaminophen is typically used to reduce fever and relieve minor aches and pains. Dextromethorphan is commonly used as a cough suppressant. Chlorpheniramine maleate functions as an antihistamine and is typically used to help relieve allergy and cold symptoms like sneezing and runny nose. This product is marketed under FDA's over-the-counter monograph rules for cold and flu symptom relief products.

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.

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.
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.

Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startMarketing endStatus
00280-8269-24 You're viewing this Main listing 3 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / 8 TABLET, CHEWABLE in 1 BLISTER PACK 2026-06-01 — Active

Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold and Flu FizzyChews 5 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 162.5 mg 00280-0151-01 Bayer 8 tablets — — FDA listed —
ALKA SELTZER COLD Cold and Flu Severe Fast Chewables 5 mg/1; 2 mg/1; 162.5 mgthis 00280-8269-24 Bayer 8 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

🏛️
2026
On the market since
Jun 2026
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2026
Currently FDA-listed
listed with the FDA
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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.

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 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 JV039JZZ3A
    Betadex is a modified sugar molecule derived from starch. It acts as a solubilizer and stabilizer in medicines, helping dissolve poorly soluble drugs and keep them stable during storage.
  • UNII 70097M6I30
    Magnesium stearate is a salt made from magnesium and stearic acid, a fatty substance. It's used in tablets and capsules as a lubricant and glidant to help ingredients flow smoothly during manufacturing and prevent sticking.
  • 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 HHJ82DN6MJ
    Microcrystalline cellulose is a fine powder made from purified plant cellulose. It acts as a binder and filler in tablets and capsules, helping hold ingredients together and add bulk to the dose form.
  • UNII ETJ7Z6XBU4
    Silicon dioxide is a naturally occurring mineral used as a glidant and anti-caking agent. It helps powder ingredients flow smoothly and prevents clumping during manufacturing and storage.
  • 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.
  • UNII H8AV0SQX4D
    A modified starch derived from potato or corn starch. It absorbs water quickly and helps tablets or capsules break apart and dissolve in the stomach, acting as a disintegrant to ensure the medicine releases its active ingredients properly.
  • UNII 4ELV7Z65AP
    Stearic acid is a fatty acid derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as a binder and lubricant in tablets and capsules, helping them hold together and flow smoothly during manufacturing.
  • UNII 96K6UQ3ZD4
    Sucralose is a synthetic sweetener made from sugar. It's added to medicines to improve taste without adding calories, helping make bitter or unpleasant-tasting drugs easier to take.
  • UNII VCQ006KQ1E
    Xylitol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol derived from plants. It's used in medicines as a sweetener, bulking agent, and to improve taste, especially in liquid formulations and chewable tablets.

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

The official label also statesInactive ingredients anhydrous citric acid, betadex, carboxymethylcellulose, colloidal silicon dioxide, ethylcellulose, flavors, magnesium stearate, mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene, sodium bicarbonate, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, sucralose, xylitol

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.

Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerBayer HealthCare LLC.
FDA applicationM012 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code00280
First marketedJun 2026
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.

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
🎯 Indications and Usage 33 words ▾

Uses · temporarily relieves these symptoms due to a cold or flu: · minor aches and pains · headache · cough · runny nose · sneezing · sore throat · temporarily reduces fever

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 60 words ▾

Directions Directions · do not take more than the recommended dose · adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 tablets every 4 hours. Do not exceed 12 tablets in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor. · do not swallow tablets whole. Chew or crush tablets completely before swallowing. · children under 12 years: do not use

⚠️ Warnings ~2 min read ▾

Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take · more than 12 tablets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount for this product · with other drugs containing acetaminophen · 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin or severe allergic reactions. Symptoms may include: · skin reddening · blisters · rash · hives · facial swelling · asthma (wheezing) · shock If a skin or general allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

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 Do not use ● with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist. ● if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug.

If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. ● if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients ● in children under 12 years of age Ask a doctor before use if you have ● liver disease ● glaucoma ● cough that is accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus) ● persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema ● a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis ● difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland ● a sodium-restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are ● taking the blood thinning drug warfarin ● taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product ● may cause marked drowsiness ● alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect ● avoid alcoholic drinks ● be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery ● excitability may occur, especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if · pain or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days · fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days · redness or swelling is present · new symptoms occur · cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts.

These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms

🧪 Active Ingredient 20 words ▾

Active ingredients (in each tablet) Purposes Acetaminophen 162.5 mg………….………...Pain reliever/fever reducer Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg……………………..……..Antihistamine Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 5 mg…….………Cough suppressant

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 27 words ▾

Inactive ingredients anhydrous citric acid, betadex, carboxymethylcellulose, colloidal silicon dioxide, ethylcellulose, flavors, magnesium stearate, mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene, sodium bicarbonate, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, sucralose, xylitol

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗

Reported adverse events (FAERS)

Read carefully: FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified. Counts are not incidence, do not establish causation, are subject to reporting bias, and cannot be used to compare one drug to another. Shown for signal context only. Reports for Chlorpheniramine maleate, acetaminophen, dextromethorphan hydrobromide — the ingredient across all brands.

Top reported reactions

Choking2
Cough1
Drug Abuse1
Dyspnoea1
Injury1
Nausea1
Product Taste Abnormal1

Age at onset

Adult1

Reporter sex

4 reports
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2025 2026 2 2
Most recent year is provisional (FAERS lags ~3 months).
Where does this data come from?
Adverse-event reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) via openFDA. FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified — counts are not incidence and don’t establish causation.

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 — Not published for this NDC No photo available yet for this listing.
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 form printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed is the one the FDA registered. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero and the dashes are dropped. The Identity section at the top of this page lists each form of this code.
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.
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.
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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.