Delsym Cough Plus Sore Throat Acetaminophen and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 650 mg/20mL; 20 mg/20mL Solution, 180 mL — NDC 63824-0221-66 package photo

Delsym Cough Plus Sore Throat Acetaminophen and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 650 mg/20mL; 20 mg/20mL Solution, 180 mL

by Reckitt Benckiser LLC · 180 mL in 1 BOTTLE (63824-221-66)
NDC 63824-0221-66
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 63824-221-66 billing pads the product segment with a zero
OTC 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
📋 All sources & update times →

🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 63824-221-66
Product NDC 63824-221
11-digit billing NDC 63824022166
NCPDP billing unit ML — per mL (volume)
RxCUI 1919076
UNII 362O9ITL9D, 9D2RTI9KYH
UPC 0363824819914
Application # M012
SPL Set ID b37b786e-0cce-419d-94ed-3b64a1eb1201
Established class (EPC) Sigma-1 Agonist; Uncompetitive N-methyl-D-aspartate Receptor Antagonist
Mechanism of action Sigma-1 Receptor Agonists; Uncompetitive NMDA Receptor Antagonists
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2019-07-01
Route ORAL
Dosage form SOLUTION
Substance ACETAMINOPHEN; DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE
GPI-14 43995502200925
GPI class Delsym Cough + Sore Throat
GCN Seq No 080839
GCN 47821
HICL code 006331
Ingredient (HICL) Acetaminophen/Dextromethorphan
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 B4A
Therapeutic class — specific (HIC3) Non-Opioid Antitussive-Analgesic Combinations
AHFS code 28:08.16.00
AHFS class Non-Opioid Analgesics
FDB label name DELSYM COUGH-SORE THROAT LIQ
FDB brand name Delsym Cough-Sore Throat
Legend status O — Over-the-counter (OTC) drug or device
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 63824-221-66 — 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 → 63824-0221-66. 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 Anilides class.

Drug family (ATC) Anilides
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
FDA applicationM012 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code63824
First marketedJul 2019
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 DELSYM COUGH-SORE THROAT LIQ Ingredient Acetaminophen/Dextromethorphan
📖 About the active ingredient: Acetaminophen; Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide MedlinePlus · NLM
General information about the ingredient itself — the description of this specific product follows below.

Acetaminophen is used to relieve mild to moderate pain and to reduce fever. Acetaminophen is in a class of medications called analgesics (pain relievers) and antipyretics (fever reducers). It works by changing the way the body senses pain and by cooling the body.

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

Delsym Cough Plus Sore Throat is an oral liquid solution containing acetaminophen and dextromethorphan hydrobromide. This is an over-the-counter monograph product, meaning it is marketed under established FDA guidelines for its drug category rather than through individual product approval. Acetaminophen is commonly used in pain and fever relief, while dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. The two ingredients are combined in this product to address multiple cold and cough symptoms.

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 orange
FlavorHoney
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 3VRD35U26C
    A natural extract from licorice root, ammonium glycyrrhizate is used as a flavoring agent and sweetener in medicines. It may also help soothe irritated tissues in the mouth or throat.
  • 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 35SW5USQ3G
    A synthetic yellow dye used to color medicines. It helps make tablets, capsules, and liquids visually distinct so patients can easily identify their medication.
  • 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 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 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 OJ245FE5EU
    Sodium benzoate is a salt derived from benzoic acid, a preservative. It's added to medicines to prevent growth of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that could spoil the product.
  • UNII 506T60A25R
    Sorbitol is a natural sugar alcohol derived from glucose. It serves as a sweetener, humectant, and bulking agent in medications to improve taste and help maintain moisture in the product.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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

The official label also statesammonium glycyrrhizate, anhydrous citric acid, D&C yellow no. 10, edetate disodium, FD&C red no. 40, flavor, glycerin(soy), propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, sucralose, 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 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
Robitussin Maximum Strength Severe Cough Plus Sore Throat 650 mg/20mL; 20 mg/20mL 00031-8750-12 Haleon 1 bottle FDA listed
Robitussin Honey Severe Cough, Flu Plus Sore Throat 650 mg/20mL; 20 mg/20mL 00031-8771-12 Haleon 1 bottle FDA listed
CVS Severe Cough, Flu Plus Sore Throat Honey 650 mg/20mL; 20 mg/20mL 51316-0631-08 CVS 1 bottle FDA listed
Cough and Sore Throat 650 mg/20mL; 20 mg/20mL 51316-0662-03 CVS 180 ml FDA listed
Delsym Cough Plus Sore Throat 650 mg/20mL; 20 mg/20mLthis 63824-0221-66 Reckitt 180 ml FDA listed
DRx Choice maximum strength Severe Cough plus sore throat 650 mg/20mL; 20 mg/20mL 68163-0749-08 RARITAN 1 bottle FDA listed
CVS Severe Tussin CF Max 650 mg/20mL; 20 mg/20mL 69842-0947-08 CVS 1 bottle FDA listed
Mucinex Childrens Fever Sore Throat and Cough 325 mg/10mL; 10 mg/10mL 72854-0064-04 Reckitt 1 bottle FDA listed
Mucinex Childrens Multi-Symptom Cold and Flu 10 mg/10mL; 325 mg/10mL 72854-0070-04 Reckitt 1 bottle FDA listed
Onessip Day Time Kids Cold And Cough Plus Fever 10 mg/10mL; 325 mg/10mL 87078-0331-16 MEDWISE 16 pouches 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

🏛️
2019
On the market since
Jul 2019
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
7 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 Acetaminophen and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide — the ingredient across all brands.

Top reported reactions

Overdose449
Accidental Overdose368
Dizziness366
Diarrhoea355
Vomiting282
Cough245
Nausea229

Reporter sex

0 reports
Male · 40%
Female · 60%
Unknown · 0%

Serious outcomes

Disabling17
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2021 2022 2024 2026 293 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
63824-0221-66 You're viewing this 180 mL in 1 BOTTLE (63824-221-66) 2019-07-01 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 63824-221-66, 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: 63824-0221-66, written without dashes as 63824022166. 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 63824-0221-66, the first segment (63824) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Reckitt Benckiser LLC; the middle segment (0221) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (66) 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 Reckitt Benckiser LLC. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Reckitt Benckiser LLC 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 45 words

Uses temporarily relieves: cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with the common cold or inhaled irritants the intensity of coughing the impulse to cough to help you get to sleep minor aches and pains sore throat headache temporarily reduces fever

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 72 words

Directions do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning ) do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period 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: 20 mL in dosing cup provided every 4 hours children under 12 years of age: do not use

⚠️ Warnings ~2 min read

Warnings Liver warning This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: more than 6 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily while using this product Allergy alert Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: skin reddening blisters rash If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Sore throat warning If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly. 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. 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 liver disease persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin When using this product do not use more than directed Stop use and ask a doctor if pain or cough gets worse or lasts more than 7 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days redness or swelling is present new symptoms occur cough comes back or occurs with 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.

Overdose warning Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

📦 Storage and Handling 16 words

Other information each 20 mL contains: sodium 12 mg store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) do not refrigerate

🧪 Active Ingredient 19 words

Active ingredients (in each 20 mL) Purposes Acetaminophen 650 mg Pain reliever/fever reducer Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg Cough suppressant

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 29 words

Inactive ingredients ammonium glycyrrhizate, anhydrous citric acid, D&C yellow no. 10, edetate disodium, FD&C red no. 40, flavor, glycerin(soy), propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, sucralose, xanthan gum

🎯 Purpose 19 words

Active ingredients (in each 20 mL) Purposes Acetaminophen 650 mg Pain reliever/fever reducer Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg 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.