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Tension Headache Aspirin Free Acetaminophen, Caffeine 500 mg; 65 mg Tablet, Film Coated, 100-count — NDC 59779-0824-21 package photo

Tension Headache Aspirin Free Acetaminophen, Caffeine 500 mg; 65 mg Tablet, Film Coated, 100-count

by CVS Pharmacy · 100 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (59779-824-21)
NDC 59779-0824-21
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 59779-824-21 billing pads the product segment with a zero
This package
Contains100-count Pack sizes3 compare ↓
Also comes in: 24 tablets 59779-0824-08 200 tablets 59779-0824-06
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) 59779-824-21
Product NDC 59779-824
11-digit billing NDC 59779082421
Application # M013
SPL Set ID 45f836fd-3b48-4571-9644-957e5577f246
Established class (EPC) Central Nervous System Stimulant; Methylxanthine
Physiologic effect Central Nervous System Stimulation
Chemical class Xanthines
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2007-01-17
Route ORAL
Dosage form TABLET, FILM COATED
Substance ACETAMINOPHEN; CAFFEINE
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 59779-824-21 — 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 → 59779-0824-21. 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.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerCVS Pharmacy
FDA applicationM013 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code59779
First marketedJan 2007
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

🧪 What is this product?

This is an over-the-counter oral tablet containing acetaminophen and caffeine, marketed as an aspirin-free pain reliever for tension headaches. Acetaminophen is typically used to reduce pain and fever, while caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant commonly included in headache products because it may enhance pain relief. This product is an OTC monograph drug, meaning it is made and sold under FDA's established rules for this category rather than through an individual product application.

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 red
ShapeOval
Imprint44;428
Size17 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 2S7830E561
    Crospovidone is a synthetic polymer derived from povidone. It acts as a disintegrant, helping the tablet or capsule break apart quickly in the stomach so the active ingredient can be absorbed.
  • UNII ZK64F7XSTX
    A red synthetic colorant made by combining D&C Red No. 27 dye with aluminum salts. It's used to give tablets, capsules, or other medicines their red or pink color.
  • UNII 4AQJ3LG584
    A synthetic blue dye combined with aluminum to create a stable colorant. It's used in medicines and supplements to add blue color or create specific shades for product identification and appearance.
  • UNII GYP6Z2JR6Q
    FD&C Yellow No. 6 Aluminum Lake is a yellow colorant made by combining FD&C Yellow No. 6 dye with aluminum salts. It's used to color tablets, capsules, and other medicines so they're easier to identify.
  • 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 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 532B59J990
    Polyvinyl alcohol is a synthetic polymer made from plant-derived materials. It's used as a binder to hold ingredients together, a film-former in coatings, and a thickener in liquid formulations.
  • 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 5856J3G2A2
    A starch-based powder made from potatoes and processed with sodium. It acts as a disintegrant, helping the tablet or capsule break apart quickly in the stomach so the medicine can be absorbed.
  • UNII O8232NY3SJ
    A plant-based carbohydrate derived from corn kernels. It acts as a filler to add bulk, a binder to hold ingredients together, and a disintegrant to help the tablet break apart in your stomach for absorption.
  • 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 7SEV7J4R1U
    A powder made from a naturally occurring mineral. In medicines, talc works as a glidant and anti-caking agent, helping tablets and capsules flow smoothly during manufacturing and preventing clumping.
  • UNII 15FIX9V2JP
    Titanium dioxide is a bright white mineral powder commonly used as a colorant and opacifying agent. It makes pills and tablets white or lighter in color and helps make coatings non-transparent.

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

The official label also statescorn starch, crospovidone, D&C red #27 aluminum lake, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide

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: 24 tablets 200 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
Tension Headache 500 mg/1; 65 mg 70000-0159-01 Cardinal 24 tablets $0.064 — Availability likely —
Excedrin Tension Headache 500 mg/1; 65 mg 00067-8139-01 Haleon 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
PANADOL Extra 500 mg/1; 65 mg 00135-0620-01 Haleon 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Tension Headache Relief 500 mg/1; 65 mg 00363-0572-31 Walgreen 80 tablets — — FDA listed —
Tension Headache Relief 500 mg/1; 65 mg 00363-7213-10 WALGREENS 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Tension Headache Relief 500 mg/1; 65 mg 11673-0839-01 TARGET 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Tension Headache Aspirin-Free 500 mg/1; 65 mg 11822-0428-02 Rite 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Tension Headache Relief 500 mg/1; 65 mg 49483-0373-01 TIME 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
DoloDent Toothache For adults 65 mg/1; 500 mg 55758-0435-24 Pharmadel 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Tension Headache Aspirin Free 500 mg/1; 65 mgthis 59779-0824-21 CVS 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
DRX CHOICE Tension Headache 500 mg/1; 65 mg 68163-0506-15 Raritan 15 tablets — — FDA listed —
Sed-Max 500 mg/1; 65 mg 69197-0029-20 Command 20 tablets — — FDA listed —
Cafizetamol Forte 500 mg/1; 65 mg 69729-0147-40 OPMX 40 tablets — — FDA listed —
Migrafein FORTE 500 mg/1; 65 mg 69729-0148-40 OPMX 40 tablets — — FDA listed —
Neo-Lubrina Fuerte 500 mg/1; 65 mg 69729-0149-24 OPMX 12 tablets — — FDA listed —
Mejoral 500 mg/1; 65 mg 69729-0154-24 OPMX 12 tablets — — FDA listed —
KORTRIBION Pain Reliever 500 mg/1; 65 mg 69729-0793-24 OPMX 12 tablets — — FDA listed —
Doloneuro-Tropas 500 mg/1; 65 mg 69729-0795-80 OPMX 4 tablets — — FDA listed —
Tension Headache Relief 500 mg/1; 65 mg 69732-0007-01 Hi-Tech 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Tension Headache Relief 500 mg/1; 65 mg 72090-0004-02 Pioneer 200 tablets — — FDA listed —
Tension Headache Pain Relieving Aid 500 mg/1; 65 mg 79903-0373-01 WAL-MART 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
NOTTS - Tension Headache 500 mg/1; 65 mg 82706-0010-01 VIVUNT 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Tension Headache Relief 500 mg/1; 65 mg 84324-0002-01 NUVICARE 100 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

🏛️
2007
On the market since
Jan 2007
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
19 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.

🔬 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 Tension Headache Aspirin Free (this brand).

Top reported reactions

Balance Disorder2
Blood Calcium Decreased2
Cognitive Disorder2
Constipation2
Creatinine Renal Clearance Decreased2
Depressed Level Of Consciousness2
Fall2

Age at onset

Adult1

Reporter sex

4 reports
Female · 100%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization2
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2021 2022 2024 2026 3 0
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.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
59779-0824-06 200 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (59779-824-06) 2007-01-17 Active
59779-0824-08 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON (59779-824-08) / 24 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC 2007-01-17 Discontinued by firm
59779-0824-21 You're viewing this 100 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC (59779-824-21) 2007-01-17 Active

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in NDC 59779-0824-21?
NDC 59779-0824-21 is a 100-count package — 100 tablet, film coated in 1 bottle, plastic.
What is the difference between NDC 59779-0824-21 and NDC 59779-0824-08?
Both are Tension Headache Aspirin Free Acetaminophen, Caffeine 500 mg; 65 mg Tablet, Film Coated — the drug itself is identical. NDC 59779-0824-21 is the 100-count package, while NDC 59779-0824-08 is the 24 tablets package.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Tension Headache Aspirin Free Acetaminophen, Caffeine 500 mg; 65 mg Tablet, Film Coated?
Bill NDC 59779-0824-21 — the 11-digit billing format is 59779082421. 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 59779-824-21, 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: 59779-0824-21, written without dashes as 59779082421. 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 59779-0824-21, the first segment (59779) is the labeler code FDA assigned to CVS Pharmacy; the middle segment (0824) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (21) 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 2 other package presentations of this same product, including 24 tablets (59779-0824-08), 200 tablets (59779-0824-06). 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 12 words ▾

Uses temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache muscular aches

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 37 words ▾

Directions do not take more than directed adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 caplets every 6 hours. Do not take more than 6 caplets in 24 hours. children under 12 years: ask a doctor

⚠️ Warnings ~1 min read ▾

Warnings Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: blisters rash skin reddening If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Caffeine warning: The recommended dose of this product contains about as much caffeine as a cup of coffee. Limit the use of caffeine-containing medications, foods, or beverages while taking this product because too much caffeine may cause nervousness, irritability, sleeplessness, and, occasionally, rapid heartbeat. 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. Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.

Stop use and ask a doctor if pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days redness or swelling is present any new symptoms appear 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.

Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

📦 Storage and Handling 17 words ▾

Other information store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) use by expiration date on package

🧪 Active Ingredient 11 words ▾

Active ingredients (in each caplet) Acetaminophen 500 mg Caffeine 65 mg

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 37 words ▾

Inactive ingredients corn starch, crospovidone, D&C red #27 aluminum lake, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide

🎯 Purpose 6 words ▾

Purpose Pain reliever Pain reliever aid

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
← 59779-0815-49 · CVS 59779-0830-38 · 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.