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Mucinex Rapid Clear Daytime Pain, Headache, and Cough Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 325 mg; 10 mg Capsule, Liquid Filled, 16-count

by Reckitt Benckiser LLC · 1 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (72854-214-16) / 16 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BLISTER PACK
NDC 72854-0214-16
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 72854-214-16 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) 72854-214-16
Product NDC 72854-214
11-digit billing NDC 72854021416
RxCUI 1867684
UNII 362O9ITL9D, 9D2RTI9KYH
UPC 0363824999456
Application # M012
SPL Set ID 37de53a7-5546-3804-e063-6294a90a0fb5
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 2025-06-01
Route ORAL
Dosage form CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Substance ACETAMINOPHEN; DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 72854-214-16 — 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 → 72854-0214-16. 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 code72854
First marketedJun 2025
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

📖 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?

This is an over-the-counter liquid-filled capsule taken by mouth that combines acetaminophen and dextromethorphan hydrobromide. Acetaminophen is typically used to reduce fever and relieve minor pain and headaches. Dextromethorphan is commonly used as a cough suppressant. This product is marketed under FDA's over-the-counter monograph rules for daytime cold and cough relief.

Supplement & herbal interactions

🌿 Drug–supplement interaction checker →
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Nutrient depletion considerations

Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan may be associated with lower levels of 1 nutrient — worth a chat with your pharmacist, not a cause for alarm.

🧪 Full Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan nutrient depletion report →
An association is not a deficiency. Educational only — don't start or stop anything without professional guidance.
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 AV0YTZ4E6J
    A chemical compound derived from sorbitol, a natural sugar alcohol. It acts as an emulsifier and surfactant to help blend oil and water-based ingredients in medicines, ensuring uniform texture and stability.
  • UNII H77VEI93A8
    A synthetic yellow dye used to color medications. It helps identify the drug and make it visually distinctive, with no effect on how the medicine works.
  • UNII 2G86QN327L
    Gelatin is a protein derived from animal collagen, commonly used in medicines as a gelling agent and capsule material. It helps create soft or hard capsule shells that hold and release medication, and can also thicken 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 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 ND2M416302
    Isopropyl alcohol is a clear liquid solvent derived from petroleum. In medicines, it dissolves active ingredients and other components, helps the product flow smoothly, and aids in sterilization during manufacturing.
  • UNII 834K0WOS5G
    A natural fat extracted from sunflower seeds. It acts as an emulsifier and lubricant in medicines, helping mix ingredients that don't normally blend together and allowing the product to flow smoothly during manufacturing.
  • UNII N6K5787QVP
    Light mineral oil is a clear, odorless liquid derived from petroleum. In medicines, it acts as a lubricant and emollient to help the product spread smoothly and improve texture.
  • UNII 3OWL53L36A
    A natural sugar alcohol derived from seaweed or synthesized in the lab. It's used as a filler to add bulk, a sweetener in sugar-free formulas, and a disintegrant to help tablets break apart in the stomach.
  • 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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.

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

The official label also statesFD&C red no. 40, FD&C yellow no. 6, gelatin, glycerin, hypromellose, isopropyl alcohol, lecithin (sunflower), light mineral oil, mannitol, polyethylene glycol 400, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, 1,4-sorbitan, sorbitol, 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 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
Acetominophen, Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 mg/1; 325 mg 35916-2211-01 Softgel 1500 capsules — — FDA listed —
TYLENOL Cold plus Flu Multi-Symptom Liquid Gels Day 10 mg/1; 325 mg 50580-0130-08 Kenvue 12 capsules — — FDA listed —
Daytime COLD AND FLU 325 mg/1; 10 mg 51013-0666-01 PuraCap 8 capsules — — FDA listed —
Ultra Concentrated Daytime COLD AND FLU 325 mg/1; 10 mg 51013-0667-01 PuraCap 8 capsules — — FDA listed —
Daytime Cold and Flu 325 mg/1; 10 mg 51316-0897-16 CVS 8 capsules — — FDA listed —
Daytime Cold and Flu 10 mg/1; 325 mg 53345-0056-01 Humanwell 4000 capsules — — FDA listed —
Daytime Cold and Flu 325 mg/1; 10 mg 69168-0474-29 Allegiant 8 capsules — — FDA listed —
Vicks DayQuil HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE COLD and FLU 325 mg/1; 10 mg 69423-0803-24 The 24 capsules — — FDA listed —
Viro-Flu AM Relief 10 mg/1; 325 mg 69729-0056-10 OPMX 10 capsules — — FDA listed —
Coldtac Severe Cold Max Relief 325 mg/1; 10 mg 69729-0808-10 OPMX 10 capsules — — FDA listed —
tabcin ACTIVE 10 mg/1; 325 mg 69729-0809-10 OPMX 10 capsules — — FDA listed —
Mucinex Fast-Max Cold and Flu Maximum Strength 325 mg/1; 10 mg 72854-0171-08 Reckitt 8 capsules — — FDA listed —
Mucinex Rapid Clear Daytime Pain, Headache, and Cough 325 mg/1; 10 mgthis 72854-0214-16 Reckitt 16 capsules — — FDA listed —
DayTime High Blood Pressure Cold and Flu Relief Liquid filled Softgels 325 mg/1; 10 mg 76281-0609-03 AptaPharma 12 capsules — — FDA listed —
AXIV DayTime 325 mg/1; 10 mg 82706-0015-01 VIVUNT 8 capsules — — FDA listed —
Agrifen 325 mg/1; 10 mg 69729-0816-10 OPMX 10 capsules — — 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

🏛️
2025
On the market since
Jun 2025
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
1 year 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 Mucinex Rapid Clear Daytime Pain, Headache, and Cough (this brand).

Top reported reactions

Asthenopia1
Epistaxis1
Feeling Abnormal1
Poor Quality Product Administered1
Product Complaint1
Somnolence1

Reporter sex

3 reports
Female · 100%
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2024 2025 2026 2 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
72854-0214-16 You're viewing this 1 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (72854-214-16) / 16 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BLISTER PACK 2025-06-01 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 — Not published for this NDC No photo available yet for this listing.
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 72854-214-16, 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: 72854-0214-16, written without dashes as 72854021416. 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 72854-0214-16, the first segment (72854) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Reckitt Benckiser LLC; the middle segment (0214) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (16) 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 ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⚠️ Warnings 📦 Storage and Handling 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose
🎯 Indications and Usage 58 words ▾

Uses temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: ■ 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 48 words ▾

Directions do not take more than directed (see Overdose warning ) do not take more than 12 liquid gels in any 24-hour period adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 2 liquid gels every 4 hours children under 12 years of age: do not use

⚠️ Warnings ~2 min read ▾

Warnings This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: more than 12 liquid gels in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily while using this product Liver warning This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take: more than 12 liquid gels 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 (precription or nonprescription).

If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist. if you are now taking a precription 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 precription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease heart disease diabetes high blood pressure thyroid disease trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland persistant or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, 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 9 words ▾

Other information store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) avoid excessive heat

🧪 Active Ingredient 38 words ▾

Active ingredients (in each liquid gel) Purposes Acetaminophen 325 mg Pain reliever/fever reducer Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Cough suppressant Active ingredients (in each liquid gel) Purposes Acetaminophen 325 mg Pain reliever/fever reducer Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Cough suppressant

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 33 words ▾

Inactive ingredients FD&C red no. 40, FD&C yellow no. 6, gelatin, glycerin, hypromellose, isopropyl alcohol, lecithin (sunflower), light mineral oil, mannitol, polyethylene glycol 400, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, 1,4-sorbitan, sorbitol, titanium dioxide

🎯 Purpose 19 words ▾

Active ingredients (in each liquid gel) Purposes Acetaminophen 325 mg Pain reliever/fever reducer Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Cough suppressant

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