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pseudoephedrine hydrochloride Pseudoephedrine HCl 30 mg Tablet, Film Coated — NDC 71205-0197-24 package photo

pseudoephedrine hydrochloride Pseudoephedrine HCl 30 mg Tablet, Film Coated

by Proficient Rx LP · 24 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (71205-197-24) / 1 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK
NDC 71205-0197-24
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 71205-197-24 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
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🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 71205-197-24
Product NDC 71205-197
11-digit billing NDC 71205019724
NCPDP billing unit EA — each (per item)
RxCUI 1049160
UNII 6V9V2RYJ8N
Application # M012
SPL Set ID a910320b-0585-40bd-928c-0406346281d0
Established class (EPC) alpha-Adrenergic Agonist
Mechanism of action Adrenergic alpha-Agonists
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2008-10-17
Route ORAL
Dosage form TABLET, FILM COATED
Substance PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
GPI-14 42101020100305
GPI class Pseudoephedrine HCl
GCN Seq No 005089
GCN 20481
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 PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 30 MG TABLET
FDB brand name Pseudoephedrine Hcl
Legend status O — Over-the-counter (OTC) drug or device
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 71205-197-24 — 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 → 71205-0197-24. 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 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

LabelerProficient Rx LP
FDA applicationM012 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code71205
First marketedOct 2008
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio1,723 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 PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 30 MG TABLET Ingredient Pseudoephedrine Hcl
📗 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 Red
ShapeRound
ImprintL432
Size7 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 R12CBM0EIZ
    A natural wax derived from a Brazilian palm tree, used as a coating and polish on tablets and capsules. It creates a smooth, shiny finish that protects the medicine and improves appearance.
  • UNII O7TSZ97GEP
    A mineral compound that serves as a filler and binding agent in tablets and capsules. It adds bulk to the medicine and helps hold ingredients together during manufacturing.
  • 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 3NXW29V3WO
    Hypromellose is a plant-based thickener made from cellulose. It's used in medicines as a binder to hold ingredients together, a coating for tablets, and a thickener for liquids.
  • 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 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 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 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.

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

The official label also statescarnauba wax, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, FD&C red no. 40 aluminum lake, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, silicon dioxide, 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.
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.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Good Sense Nasal Decongestant 30 mg 00113-0432-62 L. 24 tablets $0.078 — Availability likely —
Nasal Decongestant 30 mg 00536-3607-35 Rugby 24 tablets $0.078 — Availability likely —
SudoGest 30 mg 00904-5053-59 Major 100 tablets $0.078 — Availability likely —
SudoGest Nasal Decongestant 30 mg 00904-6337-24 Major 1 tablet $0.078 — Availability likely —
SudoGest 30 mg 00904-6727-60 Major 100 tablets $0.078 — Availability likely —
Pseudoephedrine HCl 30 mg 00904-6990-61 Major 10 tablets $0.078 — Availability likely —
pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 30 mg 45802-0432-62 Padagis 1 tablet $0.078 — Availability likely —
Nasal Decongestant Maximum Strength, Non-Drowsy 30 mg 46122-0428-62 Amerisource 24 tablets $0.078 — Availability likely —
Leader Nasal Decongestant 30 mg 70000-0002-01 Cardinal 1 tablet $0.078 — Availability likely —
Nasal Decongestant Maximum Strength 30 mg 70677-1017-01 Strategic 24 tablets $0.078 — Availability likely —
Nasal Decongestant D 30 mg 00363-1214-08 Walgreen 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Sinus Pressure and Congestion Relief Maximum Strength 30 mg 11822-0112-02 Rite 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Nasal Decongestant Maximum Strength 30 mg 21130-0112-08 Better 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
sinus 30 mg 30142-0613-62 Kroger 1 tablet — — Discontinued —
Sinus Decongestion 30 mg 30142-0641-08 Kroger 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Topcare Nasal Decongestant Maximum Strength Non Drowsy 30 mg 36800-0432-62 Topco 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
Nasal Decongestant 30 mg 37808-0112-22 H 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
equaline nasal decongestant non drowsy maximum strength 30 mg 41163-0432-67 United 6 tablets — — FDA listed —
nasal decongestant maximum strength non drowsy 30 mg 41250-0432-62 Meijer 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
CareOne Nasal and Sinus Decongestant 30 mg 41520-0881-62 American 12 tablets — — FDA listed —
Sinus and Congestion Non-Drowsy 30 mg 49035-0780-08 Wal-Mart 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Sudogest 30 mg 50090-1961-00 A-S 28 tablets — — FDA listed —
Sudogest Nasal Decongestant 30 mg 50090-4345-00 A-S 48 tablets — — Discontinued —
pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 30 mg 50090-5615-01 A-S 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
SUDAFED Sinus Congestion 30 mg 50580-0363-01 Kenvue 12 tablets — — FDA listed —
Nasal Decongestant 30 mg 50844-0112-08 L.N.K. 12 tablets — — FDA listed —
Sinus and Nasal Decongestant 30 mg 51316-0121-22 CVS 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Sinus And Nasal Decongestant 30 mg 51316-0317-62 CVS 12 tablets — — FDA listed —
Nasal Decongestant 30 mg 56062-0432-62 Publix 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Nasal Decongestant Non-Drowsy 30 mg 59779-0112-08 CVS 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Nasal Decongestant 30 mg 59779-0432-62 CVS 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
Nasal Decongestant 30 mg 63187-0344-24 Proficient 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Nasal Decongestant Maximum Strength 30 mg 63868-0802-24 CHAIN 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Nasal Decongestant Maximum Strength 30 mg 68016-0473-24 Chain 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 30 mgthis 71205-0197-24 Proficient 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
Sinus Congestion 30 mg 83324-0054-24 Chain 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 30 mg 85766-0049-24 Sportpharm 1 tablet — — 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

🏛️
2008
On the market since
Oct 2008
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
18 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.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
71205-0197-24 You're viewing this 24 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (71205-197-24) / 1 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK 2019-01-01 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 71205-197-24, 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: 71205-0197-24, written without dashes as 71205019724. 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 71205-0197-24, the first segment (71205) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Proficient Rx LP; the middle segment (0197) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (24) 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 Proficient Rx LP. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Proficient Rx LP 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 sinus congestion and pressure • temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 70 words ▾

Directions adults and children 12 years and over • take 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours • do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours children ages 6 to 11 years • take 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours • do not take more than 4 tablets in 24 hours children under 6 years do not use this product in children under 6 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 33 words ▾

Other information • each tablet contains: calcium 20 mg • store at 20 ° -25 ° C (68 ° -77 ° F) • do not use if blister unit is broken or torn

🧪 Active Ingredient 9 words ▾

Active ingredient (in each tablet) Pseudoephedrine HCl 30 mg

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 27 words ▾

Inactive ingredients carnauba wax, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, FD&C red no. 40 aluminum lake, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, silicon dioxide, 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 ↗
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