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Delsym (Dextromethorphan) 30 mg/5mL Suspension, Extended Release

by Reckitt Benckiser LLC · 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (63824-173-65) / 148 mL in 1 BOTTLE
NDC 63824-0173-65
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 63824-173-65 billing pads the product segment with a zero
This package
Contains148 mL in 1 bottle Cost per mL$0.0765 NADAC Per package$11.32 / 148 ml Pack sizes2 compare ↓
Also comes in: 89 mL 63824-0173-63
OTC Brand 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) 63824-173-65
Product NDC 63824-173
11-digit billing NDC 63824017365
NCPDP billing unit ML — per mL (volume)
RxCUI 1373045, 1373128
UNII 7355X3ROTS
UPC 0363824272658
Application # NDA018658
SPL Set ID bb0116d0-93e4-44e2-b0e4-c0b773eced6f
Established class (EPC) Uncompetitive N-methyl-D-aspartate Receptor Antagonist; Sigma-1 Agonist
Mechanism of action Uncompetitive NMDA Receptor Antagonists; Sigma-1 Receptor Agonists
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category NDA
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2011-08-19
Route ORAL
Dosage form SUSPENSION, EXTENDED RELEASE
Substance DEXTROMETHORPHAN
GPI-14 4310203060G110
GPI class Delsym Cough Childrens
GCN Seq No 004630
GCN 17802
HICL code 010295
Ingredient (HICL) Dextromethorphan Polistirex
HIC1 code H
Therapeutic class — broad (HIC1) Nervous System (Except Autonomic)
HIC2 code H6
Therapeutic class — intermediate (HIC2) Drugs Acting Principally On The Midbrain
HIC3 code H6C
Therapeutic class — specific (HIC3) Antitussives, Non-Opioid
AHFS code 48:08.00.00
AHFS class Antitussives
FDB label name CHILD DELSYM COUGH 30 MG/5 ML
FDB brand name Children's Delsym Cough
Legend status O — Over-the-counter (OTC) drug or device
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 63824-173-65 — 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 → 63824-0173-65. 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

LabelerReckitt Benckiser LLC
Application holderRECKITT BENCKISER LLC
FDA applicationNDA018658 (NDA)
Labeler code63824
First marketedAug 2011
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio174 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 CHILD DELSYM COUGH 30 MG/5 ML Ingredient Dextromethorphan Polistirex
📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • It won't necessarily silence your cough entirely, but it does temporarily suppress the cough reflex and reduce how intense and frequent your cough is. It can also help reduce that...
  • What exactly does dextromethorphan do — will it stop my cough completely?
  • It depends on your child's age and the specific product. Most dextromethorphan products should not be given to children under 4 years old without a doctor's guidance. Some products...
  • This is a really important question. If your antidepressant is an MAOI (monoamine oxidase inhibitor), you absolutely cannot take dextromethorphan — not while you're on it, and not...
📖 Read our full Dextromethorphan guide →
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.

🧪 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 9DBA0SBB0L
    A synthetic red dye derived from coal tar used as a colorant in medicines and cosmetics. It gives tablets, capsules, and liquids their red or pink appearance for identification and visual appeal.
  • UNII 7FLD91C86K
    Edetate disodium is a chemical compound that binds and removes certain metal ions. In medicines, it acts as a preservative and stabilizer by preventing metals like calcium from interfering with the product's shelf life and consistency.
  • UNII 7Z8S9VYZ4B
    Ethylcellulose is a plant-derived thickener and film-former made by chemically modifying cellulose. It's used as a binder to hold tablet ingredients together, a coating to control how quickly medicine is released, or a thickener in liquid formulations.
  • UNII H3R47K3TBD
    FD&C Blue No. 1 is a synthetic blue dye approved for use in foods and medicines. It serves as a colorant to give the medication its distinctive appearance and help with product identification.
  • UNII XY6UN3QB6S
    A sweetener made from corn starch that contains fructose and glucose. It sweetens the medicine to improve taste and may help preserve the product.
  • 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 5H9W9GTW27
    A synthetic polymer derived from styrene that binds and holds active ingredients together in solid forms. It's used as a binder and tablet/capsule filler to give the medicine its shape and help it stay intact.
  • UNII G2M7P15E5P
    Polyethylene glycol 3350 is a synthetic polymer used as a solvent, humectant, and thickening agent in medicines. It helps dissolve other ingredients, retain moisture in the product, and achieve the desired consistency.
  • UNII 6OZP39ZG8H
    Polysorbate 80 is a synthetic emulsifier derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together in medications and improves how the product disperses in the body.
  • 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 C151H8M554
    A natural sugar derived from sugar cane or sugar beets. It's used as a sweetener, filler, and binder to improve taste, add bulk, and help hold tablet or capsule ingredients together.
  • UNII 2944357O2O
    A natural gum derived from the tragacanth shrub, used as a thickener, stabilizer, and binder in medicines. It helps create the right consistency and keeps ingredients evenly mixed throughout the product.
  • 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.
  • UNII TTV12P4NEE
    Xanthan gum is a thickening and stabilizing ingredient made from fermented corn or other sugars. It's added to medicines to improve texture, prevent separation of liquids and solids, and help the product stay consistent.

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

The official label also statescitric acid anhydrous, D&C red no. 33, edetate disodium, ethylcellulose, FD&C blue no. 1, flavor, high fructose corn syrup, methylparaben, partially hydrogenated vegetable oil (soybean, cottonseed), polyethylene glycol 3350, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sucrose, tragacanth, xanthan gum

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 DailyMedingredient 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 $0.077 $11.32 / 148 ml
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.
NADAC price history (per mL) — tap or hover for the price & month
Nov 2021 Jan 2022 Mar 2022 Feb 2024 $0.079 $0.072
▲ Up 7% over the last 6 months.
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
Good Sense Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 00113-0958-21 L. 1 bottle $0.067 Availability likely save 12%
cough dm 30 mg/5mL 00904-6312-56 Major 1 bottle $0.067 Availability likely save 12%
dextromethorphan polistirex extended release 30 mg/5mL 45802-0433-21 Padagis 1 bottle $0.067 Availability likely save 12%
Good Neighbor Pharmacy Cough DM ER 30 mg/5mL 46122-0141-21 Amerisource 1 bottle $0.067 Availability likely save 12%
Leader Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 70000-0187-01 Cardinal 1 bottle $0.067 Availability likely save 12%
leader childrens cough dm 30 mg/5mL 70000-0195-01 Cardinal 1 bottle $0.067 Availability likely save 12%
Leader Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 70000-0302-01 Cardinal 1 bottle $0.067 Availability likely save 12%
foster and thrive 12 hour cough relief 30 mg/5mL 70677-1025-01 Strategic 1 bottle $0.067 Availability likely save 12%
foster and thrive 12 hour cough relief 30 mg/5mL 70677-1026-01 Strategic 1 bottle $0.067 Availability likely save 12%
Delsym (Dextromethorphan) 30 mg/5mLthis 63824-0173-65 Reckitt 1 bottle $0.077 FDA listed
Delsym (Dextromethorphan) 30 mg/5mL 63824-0177-63 Reckitt 1 bottle $0.102 FDA listed +33%
Robitussin 12 Hour Cough Relief 30 mg/5mL 00031-8655-10 Haleon 1 bottle FDA listed
Childrens Robitussin 12 Hour Cough Relief 30 mg/5mL 00031-8725-10 Haleon 1 bottle FDA listed
Childrens Robitussin 12 Hour Cough Relief 30 mg/5mL 00031-8726-10 Haleon 1 bottle FDA listed
Robitussin 12 Hour Cough Relief 30 mg/5mL 00031-8753-03 Haleon 1 bottle FDA listed
Robitussin 12 Hour Cough Relief 30 mg/5mL 00031-8754-15 Haleon 1 bottle FDA listed
Robitussin 12 Hour Cough Relief 30 mg/5mL 00031-8755-15 Haleon 1 bottle FDA listed
good sense cough dm 30 mg/5mL 00113-0384-21 L. 1 bottle Discontinued
Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 00363-0384-21 Walgreen 1 bottle FDA listed
Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 00363-0494-21 Walgreen 1 bottle Discontinued
childrens cough dm 30 mg/5mL 00363-0899-21 Walgreen 1 bottle FDA listed
up and up 12 hour cough relief 30 mg/5mL 11673-0114-28 Target 1 bottle FDA listed
Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 11822-0384-01 Rite 1 bottle Discontinued
Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 11822-0494-01 Rite 1 bottle Discontinued
Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 11822-0958-01 Rite 1 bottle Discontinued
cough dm 30 mg/5mL 17856-6312-01 ATLANTIC 5 ml FDA listed
signature care 12 hour cough relief 30 mg/5mL 21130-0012-21 Safeway 1 bottle FDA listed
Signature Care Cough Relief 30 mg/5mL 21130-0520-21 Safeway 1 bottle FDA listed
Cough Dm 30 mg/5mL 21130-0538-21 Safeway 1 bottle FDA listed
signature care childrens 12 hour cough relief 30 mg/5mL 21130-0890-21 Safeway 1 bottle FDA listed
Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 30142-0384-21 Kroger 1 bottle FDA listed
cough dm 30 mg/5mL 30142-0494-21 Kroger 1 bottle FDA listed
TopCare Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 36800-0494-21 Topco 1 bottle FDA listed
Topcare Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 36800-0552-21 Topco 1 bottle FDA listed
Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 37808-0384-21 H 1 bottle FDA listed
equaline cough dm 30 mg/5mL 41163-0384-21 United 1 bottle FDA listed
Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 41250-0384-28 Meijer 1 bottle FDA listed
Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 41250-0494-28 Meijer 1 bottle FDA listed
cough dm childrens 30 mg/5mL 41250-0899-28 Meijer 1 bottle FDA listed
Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 41250-0958-28 Meijer 1 bottle FDA listed
CareOne Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 41520-0384-21 American 1 bottle FDA listed
CareOne Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 41520-0958-21 American 1 bottle FDA listed
cough dm 30 mg/5mL 42507-0384-21 HyVee 1 bottle FDA listed
cough dm 30 mg/5mL 42507-0494-21 HyVee 1 bottle FDA listed
Equate Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 49035-0384-21 Wal-Mart 1 bottle FDA listed
equate cough dm 30 mg/5mL 49035-0899-28 Wal-Mart 1 bottle FDA listed
Delsym 30 mg/5mL 50090-0224-00 A-S 1 bottle FDA listed
12 Hr Relief Cough Dm 30 mg/5mL 51316-0263-21 CVS 1 bottle FDA listed
Childrens 12 Hr Cough Relief 30 mg/5mL 51316-0429-28 CVS 1 bottle FDA listed
DG Health Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 55910-0384-21 Dolgencorp 1 bottle FDA listed
DG Health Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 55910-0958-21 Dolgencorp, 1 bottle FDA listed
Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 56062-0384-21 Publix 1 bottle FDA listed
Dextromethorphan Polistirex 30 mg/5mL 58602-0610-05 Aurohealth 1 bottle FDA listed
Dextromethorphan Polistirex 30 mg/5mL 58602-0611-05 Aurohealth 1 bottle FDA listed
Dextromethorphan Polistirex 30 mg/5mL 58602-0617-05 Aurohealth 1 bottle FDA listed
Dextromethorphan Polistirex 30 mg/5mL 58602-0618-05 Aurohealth 1 bottle FDA listed
Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 59779-0384-21 CVS 1 bottle FDA listed
Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 59779-0709-21 CVS 1 bottle FDA listed
Cough DM 30 mg/5mL 59779-0958-21 CVS 1 bottle FDA listed
Delsym 30 mg/5mL 63824-0171-22 Reckitt 1 cello FDA listed
Delsym 30 mg/5mL 63824-0175-22 Reckitt 1 cello FDA listed
Dextromethorphan Polistirex Extended-Release 30 mg/5mL 65162-0700-76 Amneal 1 bottle FDA listed
Dextromethorphan Polistirex Extended-Release 30 mg/5mL 65162-0799-76 Amneal 1 bottle FDA listed
dextromethorphan polistirex extended release 30 mg/5mL 72162-2281-02 Bryant 1 bottle FDA listed
basic care cough dm 30 mg/5mL 72288-0384-28 Amazon.com 1 bottle FDA listed
basic care cough dm 30 mg/5mL 72288-0494-28 Amazon.com 1 bottle FDA listed
basic care childrens cough dm 30 mg/5mL 72288-0899-28 Amazon.com 1 bottle FDA listed
basic care childrens cough dm 30 mg/5mL 72288-0958-28 Amazon.com 1 bottle FDA listed
About this product: this is the brand-name version. Some generic versions are approved by the FDA, but we could not confirm current pharmacy availability from our pricing/market data.
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

🏛️
2011
On the market since
Aug 2011
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
15 years listed
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Generic approved (availability unconfirmed)
see note
🔒Generic approved by FDA, but pharmacy availability is not confirmed

The FDA lists approved generic versions of this medicine, but that does not always mean a pharmacy can get one today. Patent rules, launch agreements, supply and pricing can affect when generics actually arrive.

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 Per unit Per pack Marketing startStatus
63824-0173-63 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (63824-173-63) / 89 mL in 1 BOTTLE $0.1016 / mL $9.04 2011-08-19 Active
63824-0173-65 You're viewing this 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (63824-173-65) / 148 mL in 1 BOTTLE $0.0765 / mL $11.32 2011-08-19 Active

This pack has the lowest per-mL cost of the 2 priced pack sizes ($0.0765 NADAC).

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in NDC 63824-0173-65?
NDC 63824-0173-65 is listed by the FDA — 1 bottle in 1 carton / 148 ml in 1 bottle.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Delsym (Dextromethorphan) 30 mg/5mL Suspension, Extended Release?
Bill NDC 63824-0173-65 — the 11-digit billing format is 63824017365. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

Prices are the latest CMS NADAC pharmacy acquisition cost per NDC; per-pack figures are per-unit × pack quantity, shown only when the pack is denominated in the same measure NADAC prices.

📄 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 31 words

Uses temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with the common cold or inhaled irritants the impulse to cough to help you get to sleep

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 102 words

Directions shake bottle well before use measure only with dosing cup provided do not use dosing cup with other products dose as follows or as directed by a doctor adults and children 12 years of age and over 10 mL every 12 hours, not to exceed 20 mL in 24 hours children 6 to under 12 years of age 5 mL every 12 hours, not to exceed 10 mL in 24 hours children 4 to under 6 years of age 2.5 mL every 12 hours, not to exceed 5 mL in 24 hours children under 4 years of age do not use

⚠️ Warnings 147 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 chronic cough that lasts such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, 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.

📦 Storage and Handling 16 words

Other information each 5 mL contains: sodium 7 mg store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) dosing cup provided

🧪 Active Ingredient 14 words

Active ingredient (in each 5 mL) Dextromethorphan polistirex equivalent to 30 mg dextromethorphan hydrobromide

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 42 words

Inactive ingredients citric acid anhydrous, D&C red no. 33, edetate disodium, ethylcellulose, FD&C blue no. 1, flavor, high fructose corn syrup, methylparaben, partially hydrogenated vegetable oil (soybean, cottonseed), polyethylene glycol 3350, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sucrose, tragacanth, xanthan gum

🎯 Purpose 3 words

Purpose Cough suppressant

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