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Altipres Dextromethorphan HBr, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg/5mL; 200 mg/5mL; 5 mg/5mL Liquid, 473 mL — NDC 53163-0104-16 package photo

Altipres Dextromethorphan HBr, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg/5mL; 200 mg/5mL; 5 mg/5mL Liquid, 473 mL

by Alternative Pharmacal Corporation · 473 mL in 1 BOTTLE (53163-104-16)
NDC 53163-0104-16
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 53163-104-16 billing pads the product segment with a zero
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) 53163-104-16
Product NDC 53163-104
11-digit billing NDC 53163010416
NCPDP billing unit ML — per mL (volume)
RxCUI 1098647
UNII 9D2RTI9KYH, 495W7451VQ, 04JA59TNSJ
UPC 0353163104161
Application # M012
SPL Set ID c5a43107-3eb8-46bb-87bd-20deafe28c3f
Established class (EPC) Expectorant
Physiologic effect Decreased Respiratory Secretion Viscosity; Increased Respiratory Secretions
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2013-05-01
Route ORAL
Dosage form LIQUID
Substance DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE; GUAIFENESIN; PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
GCN Seq No 065638
GCN 27655
HICL code 000216
Ingredient (HICL) Guaifen/Dextromethorphan/Pe
HIC1 code B
Therapeutic class — broad (HIC1) Respiratory System
HIC2 code B4
Therapeutic class — intermediate (HIC2) Drugs Affecting The Trachea And Bronchi (Contin.1)
HIC3 code B4R
Therapeutic class — specific (HIC3) Non-Opioid Antitussive-Decongestant-Expectorant
AHFS code 12:12.04.00
AHFS class Alpha-Adrenergic Agonists (12:12)
FDB label name ALTIPRES LIQUID
FDB brand name Altipres
Legend status O — Over-the-counter (OTC) drug or device
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 53163-104-16 — a 5-3-2 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 product segment → 53163-0104-16. 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 Uncompetitive N-methyl-D-aspartate Receptor Antagonist class.

Pharmacologic class Uncompetitive N-methyl-D-aspartate Receptor Antagonist, Sigma-1 Agonist
Drug family (ATC) Other antidepressants, Opium alkaloids and derivatives
How it works Uncompetitive NMDA Receptor Antagonists, Sigma-1 Receptor Agonists
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

LabelerAlternative Pharmacal Corporation
FDA applicationM012 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code53163
First marketedMay 2013
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio3 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

Label name ALTIPRES LIQUID Ingredient Guaifen/Dextromethorphan/Pe
📖 About the active ingredient MedlinePlus · NLM
General information about the ingredient itself — the description of this specific product follows below.

Dextromethorphan is used to temporarily relieve cough caused by the common cold, the flu, or other conditions. Dextromethorphan will relieve a cough but will not treat the cause of the cough or speed recovery. Dextromethorphan is in a class of medications called antitussives. It works by decreasing activity in the part of the brain that causes coughing.

Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗
🧪 What is this product?

Altipres is an over-the-counter liquid cough and cold product taken by mouth. It contains dextromethorphan, which is typically used to reduce cough; guaifenesin, which functions as an expectorant to help thin mucus; and phenylephrine, a decongestant commonly used to relieve nasal congestion. This combination is marketed under FDA's OTC monograph rules for cough and cold remedies.

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

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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 2968PHW8QP
    A weak organic acid derived from citrus fruits or made through fermentation. It works as a buffer to control pH, a preservative to extend shelf life, and a flavoring agent in medications.
  • UNII WZB9127XOA
    A synthetic red dye used to color medications and make them easier to identify. It serves as a colorant in tablets, capsules, and liquid formulations.
  • UNII PDC6A3C0OX
    Glycerin is a clear, thick liquid derived from plant oils or fats. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a sweetener, and a solvent in medications.
  • UNII A2I8C7HI9T
    Methylparaben is a preservative derived from benzoic acid that prevents growth of bacteria, fungi, and mold in medicines. It extends the product's shelf life and maintains safety during storage.
  • UNII 3WJQ0SDW1A
    Polyethylene glycol is a synthetic liquid or solid polymer used in medicines as a solvent, lubricant, and humectant. It helps dissolve active ingredients, reduces friction during manufacturing, and retains moisture in the final product.
  • UNII 6DC9Q167V3
    Propylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or vegetable sources. It acts as a solvent, humectant, and preservative in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and maintain product stability.
  • UNII Z8IX2SC1OH
    Propylparaben is a chemical preservative used to prevent bacterial and fungal growth in medicines and personal care products. It helps extend shelf life and maintain product safety during storage.
  • UNII 1Q73Q2JULR
    Sodium citrate is a salt derived from citric acid. It works as a buffer to maintain the medicine's pH level and may also help improve taste or act as a preservative in the formulation.
  • 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 059QF0KO0R
    Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.

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

The official label also statesInactive ingredients citric acid, flavor, FD&C Red #40, flavor, glycerin, methylparaben, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium citrate and sucralose

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 mLPer 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.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Tussi Pres 10 mg/5mL; 200 mg/5mL; 5 mg/5mL 52083-0231-16 Kramer 480 ml — — FDA listed —
Presgen 10 mg/5mL; 200 mg/5mL; 5 mg/5mL 52083-0632-16 Kramer 480 ml — — FDA listed —
Altipres 10 mg/5mL; 200 mg/5mL; 5 mg/5mLthis 53163-0104-16 Alternative 473 ml — — 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

🏛️
2013
On the market since
May 2013
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
13 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
53163-0104-16 You're viewing this 473 mL in 1 BOTTLE (53163-104-16) 2013-05-01 Active

🧭 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 53163-104-16, 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: 53163-0104-16, written without dashes as 53163010416. 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 53163-0104-16, the first segment (53163) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Alternative Pharmacal Corporation; the middle segment (0104) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (16) 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 Alternative Pharmacal Corporation. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Alternative Pharmacal Corporation 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 31 words ▾

Uses helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to the common cold and cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 71 words ▾

Directions Do not exceed more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period adults and children 12 years of age and over take 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mL) every 4 hours children 6 to under 12 years of age take 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) every 4 hours children 2 years to under 6 years of age take 1/2 teaspoonful (2.5 mL) every 4 hours children under 2 years of age ask a doctor

⚠️ Warnings 110 words ▾

Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes trouble urinating due to the enlargement of the prostate gland a cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) cough that lasts or is chronic as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema When using this product, do not exceed recommended dosage Stop use and ask doctor if you get nervous, dizzy or sleepless symptoms do not get better within 7 days or are accompanied by fever cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back or is accompanied by fever, rash or persistent headache.

These could be signs of a serious condition

🧪 Active Ingredient 30 words ▾

Active Ingredients (in each 5 mL tsp.) Purpose Dextromethorphan HBr ............... 10 mg ................ Cough Suppressant Guaifenesin .............................. 200 mg ................ Expectorant Phenylephrine HCl ..................... 5 mg ................... Nasal Decongestant

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 22 words ▾

Inactive ingredients citric acid, flavor, FD&C Red #40, flavor, glycerin, methylparaben, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium citrate and sucralose

🎯 Purpose 6 words ▾

Purpose Cough Suppressant Expectorant Nasal Decongestant

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
← 53163-0101-16 · Alternative 53163-0113-16 · Alternative →
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.