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SAFETUSSIN Non Drowsy Cough plus chest congestion Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, and Guaifenesin 10 mg; 200 mg Tablet, 24-count — NDC 55505-231-24 (Billing 55505-0231-24)

by KRAMER LABORATORIES · 24 TABLET in 1 CARTON

This is a package of 24 tablets of SAFETUSSIN Non Drowsy Cough plus chest congestion Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, and Guaifenesin 10 mg; 200 mg Tablet from KRAMER LABORATORIES, marketed since May 2024 and currently FDA-listed. It is this product's only package size.

NDC 55505-0231-24
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 55505-231-24 billing pads the product segment with a zero
OTC On market Non-controlled ⇄ Compare with another NDC
🗂️ FDA directory synced Oct 1, 2026 · this listing last changed Oct 1, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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NDC database record

One package, one record: these facts belong to NDC 55505-231-24 alone.

Record
FDA NDC Directory package listing · Human OTC drug
Code segments
55505 labeler · 231 product · 24 package
Package marketed since
May 17, 2024
Sample package
No — commercial package
Listing certified through
Dec 31, 2026
Barcode (UPC)
0053076000092
FDA record last changed
Oct 1, 2026

Identity & classification

Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package

FDA NDC (as labeled) 55505-231-24
Product NDC 55505-231
11-digit billing NDC 55505023124
RxCUI 2173726
UNII 9D2RTI9KYH, 495W7451VQ
UPC 0053076000092
Application # M012
SPL Set ID eeca6370-29ea-4540-8139-e8461d58a286
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 2024-05-17
Route ORAL
Dosage form TABLET
Substance DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE; GUAIFENESIN
Quick answers
  • RxCUI (RxNorm): 2173726
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 55505-231-24 — 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 → 55505-0231-24. 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 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.

Clinical

📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • It helps loosen mucus and makes coughs more productive. It also temporarily eases cough from minor throat and bronchial irritation, like with a cold or inhaled irritants.
  • Swallow them whole with a full glass of water. Don’t crush, chew or break them. You can take them with or without food, about every 12 hours as your label directs.
  • How do I take the extended-release tablets?
  • The extended-release tablets are not for children under 12. Some liquid products are made for children, so check that product’s label and ask me if you’re unsure.
📖 Read our full Dextromethorphan / Guaifenesin guide →

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.
ℹ️
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
55505-0231-24 You're viewing this Main listing 24 TABLET in 1 CARTON 2024-05-17 — Active

Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Severe Congestion and Cough 10 mg/1; 200 mg 51316-0808-09 CVS 10 tablets — — FDA listed —
SAFETUSSIN Non Drowsy Cough plus chest congestion 10 mg/1; 200 mgthis 55505-0231-24 KRAMER 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Mucinex Fast-Max Severe Congestion and Cough 200 mg/1; 10 mg 72854-0157-20 Reckitt 10 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

🏛️
2024
On the market since
May 2024
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
2 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.

What it looks like

Color white
ShapeOval
Size19 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.

🧪 Avoiding an ingredient? See Dextromethorphan / Guaifenesin inactive ingredients by manufacturer: every current product's list side by side, so you can ask your pharmacy for the version that does not list it.

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

  • UNII 68401960MK
    Crospovidone is a synthetic polymer made from polyvinylpyrrolidone. It acts as a disintegrant, helping tablets break apart quickly in the stomach so the medicine dissolves and absorbs into the body.
  • UNII B1QE5P712K
    Hypromellose 2208 is a plant-derived thickening agent that dissolves in water. It's used as a binder to help hold tablet ingredients together and as a coating on pills to control how quickly the medicine releases in your body.
  • UNII OP1R32D61U
    Microcrystalline cellulose is a purified form of cellulose, a natural fiber from plant sources. It acts as a binder and filler in tablets and capsules, helping hold ingredients together and give the medicine its shape and size.
  • 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 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 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 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.

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

The official label also statesCrospovidone, flavor, Hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, silicon dioxide, stearic acid, 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.

Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerKRAMER LABORATORIES
FDA applicationM012 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code55505
First marketedMay 2024
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio26 products on file

More NDCs from KRAMER LABORATORIES labeler code 55505

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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 📦 Storage and Handling 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose 📄 Do Not Use 📄 Ask a Doctor Before Use If 📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 🤰 If Pregnant or Breast-Feeding 📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 📄 Questions or Comments 📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel
🎯 Indications and Usage 20 words ▾

Uses temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation loosen phlegm (mucus) helps rid bronchial passages of phlegm(mucus)

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 35 words ▾

Directions adults and children 12 years and over : take 1-2 caplets every 4 hours as needed. Children under 12 years: do not use Do not take more than 12 caplets in any 24-hour period.

⚠️ Warnings 152 words ▾

Warnings Do not use 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. Ask a doctor before use if you have cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema Stop use and ask a doctor if 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. 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.

📦 Storage and Handling 19 words ▾

Other information Store at 15° - 30°C (59° - 86°F) Keep this carton for future reference on full labeling

🧪 Active Ingredient 16 words ▾

Active ingredients (in one caplet) Purpose Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Cough suppressant Guaifenesin 200 mg Expectorant

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 15 words ▾

Inactive ingredients Crospovidone, flavor, Hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, silicon dioxide, stearic acid, sucralose,

🎯 Purpose 16 words ▾

Active ingredients (in one caplet) Purpose Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Cough suppressant Guaifenesin 200 mg Expectorant

📄 Do Not Use 55 words ▾

Do not use 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.

📄 Ask a Doctor Before Use If 32 words ▾

Ask a doctor before use if you have cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema

📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 32 words ▾

Stop use and ask a doctor if 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.

🤰 If Pregnant or Breast-Feeding 11 words ▾

If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use.

📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 21 words ▾

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

📄 Questions or Comments 4 words ▾

Questions or Comments? 1-866-467-2748

📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel 75 words ▾

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 236 ml Bottle Label SAFE FOR ADULTS WITH HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE & DIABETES NDC 55505-231-24 Safetussin® DM NON-DROWSY Cough+Chest Congestion Dextromethorphan HBr / Cough Suppressant Guaifenesin / Expectorant Safe for adults with High Blood Pressure Diabetes Control cough Loosens mucus Relives chest congestion SUGAR & DECONGESTANT FREE 24 Caplets No decongestants No acetaminophen No Sugar No Alcohol No sorbitol No fructose No gluten No dyes SAFETUSSIN NON-DROWSY COUGH+CHEST CONGESTION 24 CAPLETS

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

About this NDC listing & data coverage

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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 KRAMER LABORATORIES. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
KRAMER LABORATORIES 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.
← 55505-0230-24 · KRAMER 55505-0232-65 · Kramer →
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.