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12 Hour Nasal Decongestant Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 120 mg Tablet, Film Coated, Extended Release

by CVS Pharmacy · 10 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (59779-703-52) / 1 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK
NDC 59779-0703-52
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 59779-703-52 billing pads the product segment with a zero
This package
Contains1 tablet, film coated, extended release in 1 blister pack Pack sizes2 compare ↓
Also comes in: 1 tablet 59779-0703-60
OTC Generic On market Non-controlled
🗂️ Data synced Jul 24, 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) 59779-703-52
Product NDC 59779-703
11-digit billing NDC 59779070352
NCPDP billing unit EA — each (per item)
RxCUI 1049154
UNII 6V9V2RYJ8N
Application # ANDA075153
SPL Set ID 85955336-3f79-457d-822c-f8be019729d1
Established class (EPC) alpha-Adrenergic Agonist
Mechanism of action Adrenergic alpha-Agonists
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category ANDA
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 1999-12-01
Route ORAL
Dosage form TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE
Substance PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
GPI-14 42101020107405
GPI class CVS 12 Hour Nasal Decongestant
GCN Seq No 016937
GCN 26901
HICL code 002091
Ingredient (HICL) Pseudoephedrine Hcl
HIC1 code B
Therapeutic class — broad (HIC1) Respiratory System
HIC2 code B6
Therapeutic class — intermediate (HIC2) Drugs Affecting The Trachea And Bronchi (Cont3)
HIC3 code B6V
Therapeutic class — specific (HIC3) Decongestants, Oral
AHFS code 12:12.12.00
AHFS class Alpha- And Beta-Adrenergic Agonists
FDB label name CVS 12HR DECONGEST 120 MG CPLT
FDB brand name 12 Hour Decongestant
Legend status O — Over-the-counter (OTC) drug or device
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 59779-703-52 — 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 → 59779-0703-52. 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 alpha-Adrenergic Agonist class.

Pharmacologic class alpha-Adrenergic Agonist
Drug family (ATC) Sympathomimetics
How it works Adrenergic alpha-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

LabelerCVS Pharmacy
Application holderL PERRIGO CO
FDA applicationANDA075153 (ANDA)
Labeler code59779
First marketedDec 1999
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio550 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 CVS 12HR DECONGEST 120 MG CPLT Ingredient Pseudoephedrine Hcl
📖 What it is MedlinePlus · NLM

Pseudoephedrine is used to relieve nasal congestion caused by colds, allergies, and hay fever. It is also used to temporarily relieve sinus congestion and pressure. Pseudoephedrine will relieve symptoms but will not treat the cause of the symptoms or speed recovery. Pseudoephedrine is in a class of medications called nasal decongestants. It works by causing narrowing of the blood vessels in the nasal passages.

Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗
📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant — it works to temporarily shrink the swollen blood vessels inside your nasal passages and sinuses, which helps open things up so you can breathe m...
  • What exactly does pseudoephedrine do for my congestion?
  • Yes, it does. The regular tablets and Zephrex D capsules are taken every 4 to 6 hours, while extended-release tablets like Sudafed Sinus Congestion 12 Hour or Good Sense Suphedrine...
  • Does it matter which product or form I pick?
📖 Read our full Pseudoephedrine 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.

💊 What it looks like

Color White
ShapeOval
ImprintL054
Size18 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.

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Where does this data come from?
Source: official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMed and the openFDA label index. Structured IACT rows and label-wide narrative are kept separate; availability and product-level specificity depend on the submitted label.

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: 1 tablet
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
Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 120 mg 62011-0306-01 STRATEGIC 10 tablets $0.274 — FDA listed —
leader 12 hour nasal decongestant 120 mg 70000-0475-01 Cardinal 1 tablet $0.276 — FDA listed —
Good Sense Suphedrine 12 Hour 120 mg 00113-0054-52 L. 1 tablet $0.281 — Availability likely —
sinus 12 hour 120 mg 00113-2017-60 L. 1 tablet $0.281 — Availability likely —
SudoGest 12 Hour 120 mg 00904-6754-15 Major 1 tablet $0.281 — Availability likely —
Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 120 mg 00904-7409-15 Major 10 tablets $0.281 — Availability likely —
good neighbor pharmacy nasal decongestant 120 mg 24385-0054-52 Amerisource 1 tablet $0.281 — Availability likely —
pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 120 mg 45802-0107-52 Padagis 1 tablet $0.281 — Availability likely —
Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 120 mg 51660-0204-21 Ohm 20 tablets $0.281 — Availability likely —
Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 120 mg 51660-0492-21 Ohm 20 tablets $0.281 — Availability likely —
Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 120 mg 70000-0601-01 CARDINAL 20 tablets $0.281 — Availability likely —
12 Hour Nasal Decongestant 120 mg 70000-0656-01 CARDINAL 10 tablets $0.281 — Availability likely —
nasal decongestant 120 mg 70677-0001-01 Strategic 10 tablets $0.281 — Availability likely —
Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 120 mg 70677-1019-01 STRATEGIC 10 tablets $0.281 — Availability likely —
Nasal Decongestant D 120 mg 00363-3301-52 Walgreen 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
sinus pressure and congestion relief maximum strength 120 mg 11822-0650-06 Rite 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
Pseudoephedrine HCl 120 mg 21130-0158-67 Better 10 tablets — — FDA listed —
Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 120 mg 21130-0204-21 Safeway 20 tablets — — FDA listed —
Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 120 mg 30142-0967-20 The 20 tablets — — FDA listed —
topcare 12 hour decongestant 120 mg 36800-0054-52 Topco 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 120 mg 37808-0007-69 HEB 20 tablets — — FDA listed —
Equaline 12 Hour Decongestant 120 mg 41163-0054-60 United 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
nasal decongestant 120 mg 41250-0809-52 Meijer 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
CareOne Nasal and Sinus Decongestant 120 mg 41520-0429-52 American 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
equate sinus 12 hour 120 mg 49035-0508-60 Wal-Mart 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
Sudafed Sinus Congestion 12 Hour 120 mg 50090-4629-00 A-S 10 tablets — — FDA listed —
Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 120 mg 50090-5554-00 A-S 10 tablets — — FDA listed —
Sudafed Sinus Congestion 12 Hour 120 mg 50580-0242-01 Kenvue 10 tablets — — FDA listed —
sinus and nasal decongestant 120 mg 51316-0616-52 CVS 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 120 mg 53943-0204-10 DISCOUNT 10 tablets — — FDA listed —
nasal decongestant 120 mg 56062-0054-60 Publix 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 120 mg 56062-0204-21 Publix 20 tablets — — FDA listed —
Pseudoephedrine HCl 120 mg 58602-0804-67 Aurohealth 10 tablets — — FDA listed —
Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 120 mg 59779-0204-21 CVS 20 tablets — — FDA listed —
12 Hour Nasal Decongestant 120 mgthis 59779-0703-52 CVS 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 120 mg 63868-0143-10 Chain 10 tablets — — FDA listed —
Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 120 mg 68016-0204-69 Chain 10 tablets — — FDA listed —
Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 120 mg 68196-0204-20 SAM'S 10 tablets — — FDA listed —
Leader 12 Hour Sinus Nasal Decongestant 120 mg 70000-0735-01 Cardinal 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 120 mg 85766-0050-10 Sportpharm 10 tablets — — FDA listed —
Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 120 mg 00363-0204-20 Walgreen 20 tablets — — FDA listed —
nasal decongestant 120 mg 42507-0054-52 HyVee 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
About this product: this is a generic version of the medicine. FDA equivalence ratings are shown when available, and other versions are listed above, least expensive first.
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

🏛️
1999
On the market since
Dec 1999
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
27 years listed
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Generic on the market
this product is a generic
✅This is a generic drug

This product is an FDA-approved generic. Other versions of the same drug are listed under Therapeutic equivalents, least expensive first.

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
59779-0703-52 You're viewing this 10 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (59779-703-52) / 1 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK 1999-12-01 Active
59779-0703-60 20 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (59779-703-60) / 1 TABLET, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BLISTER PACK 2000-09-11 Active

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in NDC 59779-0703-52?
NDC 59779-0703-52 is listed by the FDA — 10 blister pack in 1 carton / 1 tablet, film coated, extended release in 1 blister pack.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of 12 Hour Nasal Decongestant Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 120 mg Tablet, Film Coated, Extended Release?
Bill NDC 59779-0703-52 — the 11-digit billing format is 59779070352. 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 — Not published for this NDC No photo available yet for this listing.
Inactive ingredients (structured) — Not published for this NDC The labeler did not submit a structured excipient list, or no SPL is 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

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 59779-703-52, 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: 59779-0703-52, written without dashes as 59779070352. 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 59779-0703-52, the first segment (59779) is the labeler code FDA assigned to CVS Pharmacy; the middle segment (0703) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (52) 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 CVS Pharmacy. 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 1 other package presentation of this same product, including 1 tablet (59779-0703-60). 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?
CVS Pharmacy 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 📦 Storage and Handling 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose
🎯 Indications and Usage 25 words ▾

Uses • temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies • temporarily relieves sinus congestion and pressure

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 42 words ▾

Directions adults and children 12 years and over • take 1 tablet every 12 hours • do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours children under 12 years do not use this product in children under 12 years of age

⚠️ 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 • heart disease • high blood pressure • thyroid disease • diabetes • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage Stop use and ask a doctor if • nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur • symptoms do not improve within 7 days or occur with a fever 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 (1-800-222-1222).

📦 Storage and Handling 56 words ▾

Other information • each tablet contains: calcium 45 mg • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) in a dry place • protect from light • do not use if blister unit is broken or torn • see carton end panel for lot number and expiration date • this product meets the requirements of USP Drug Release Test 3

🧪 Active Ingredient 9 words ▾

Active ingredient (in each tablet) Pseudoephedrine HCl 120 mg

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 22 words ▾

Inactive ingredients carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, titanium dioxide

🎯 Purpose 3 words ▾

Purpose Nasal decongestant

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
← 59779-0700-53 · CVS 59779-0708-64 · CVS →
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.