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QCH Adult Tussin DM 542 Dextromethorphan HBr, Guaifenesin 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL Liquid — NDC 83324-023-04 (Billing 83324-0023-04)

by Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc. · 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON / 118 mL in 1 BOTTLE

This is a package of QCH Adult Tussin DM 542 Dextromethorphan HBr, Guaifenesin 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL Liquid from Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc., marketed since May 2024 and currently FDA-listed; retail pharmacies pay about $0.0207 per mL (NADAC). It is the main listing for this product, which comes in 2 package sizes.

NDC 83324-0023-04
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 83324-023-04 billing pads the product segment with a zero
This package
Contains118 mL in 1 bottle Cost per mL$0.0207 NADAC Per package$2.44 / 118 ml Pack sizes2 compare ↓
Main listing for product 83324-023 · Also comes in: 237 mL 83324-023-08
OTC On market Non-controlled ⇄ Compare with another NDC
🗂️ FDA directory synced Oct 1, 2026 · this listing last changed Oct 1, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
📋 All sources & update times →

Identity & classification

Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package

FDA NDC (as labeled) 83324-023-04
Product NDC 83324-023
11-digit billing NDC 83324002304
NCPDP billing unit ML — per mL (volume)
RxCUI 1790650
UNII 9D2RTI9KYH, 495W7451VQ
Application # part341
SPL Set ID 17caffa4-a264-7f3e-e063-6394a90ac419
Established class (EPC) Expectorant
Physiologic effect Decreased Respiratory Secretion Viscosity; Increased Respiratory Secretions
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2024-05-08
Route ORAL
Dosage form LIQUID
Substance DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE; GUAIFENESIN

Drug-database identifiers Medi-Span GPI and First Databank GCN / HICL / AHFS classification

GCN Seq No 079414
GCN 45903
HICL code 000223
Ingredient (HICL) Guaifenesin/Dextromethorphan
HIC1 code B
Therapeutic class — broad (HIC1) Respiratory System
HIC2 code B3
Therapeutic class — intermediate (HIC2) Drugs Affecting Primarily The Trachea And Bronchi
HIC3 code B3T
Therapeutic class — specific (HIC3) Non-Opioid Antitussive And Expectorant Combination
AHFS code 48:08.00.00
AHFS class Antitussives
FDB label name QC TUSSIN DM 200-20 MG/20 ML
FDB brand name Tussin Dm
Legend status O — Over-the-counter (OTC) drug or device
Quick answers
  • GSN (GCN sequence number): 079414
  • GCN: 45903
  • HICL (First Databank): 000223
  • AHFS class code: 48:08.00.00
  • RxCUI (RxNorm): 1790650
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 83324-023-04 — 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 → 83324-0023-04. 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.

Clinical

Label name QC TUSSIN DM 200-20 MG/20 ML Ingredient Guaifenesin/Dextromethorphan
📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • It helps loosen mucus and makes coughs more productive. It also temporarily eases cough from minor throat and bronchial irritation, like with a cold or inhaled irritants.
  • Swallow them whole with a full glass of water. Don’t crush, chew or break them. You can take them with or without food, about every 12 hours as your label directs.
  • How do I take the extended-release tablets?
  • The extended-release tablets are not for children under 12. Some liquid products are made for children, so check that product’s label and ask me if you’re unsure.
📖 Read our full Dextromethorphan / Guaifenesin 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.

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 $0.021 $2.44 / 118 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
Dec 2025 Mar 2026 Jun 2026 Sep 2026 $0.021 $0.020
▲ Up 2% over the last 10 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.

Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Per unit Per pack Marketing startMarketing endStatus
83324-0023-04 You're viewing this Main listing 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON / 118 mL in 1 BOTTLE $0.0207 / mL $2.44 2024-05-08 — Active
83324-0023-08 83324-023-08 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON / 237 mL in 1 BOTTLE $0.0148 / mL $3.50 2024-05-08 — Active

Per mL, this pack runs about 40% above the cheapest pack (NDC 83324-0023-08, $0.0148 vs $0.0207 NADAC).

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in this package?
This package is listed by the FDA — 1 bottle in 1 carton / 118 ml in 1 bottle.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of QCH Adult Tussin DM 542 Dextromethorphan HBr, Guaifenesin 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL Liquid?
Use the 11-digit billing form listed in the identifiers section of this page. 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.

Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Good Neighbor Dye Free Adult Tussin DM Cough and Chest Congestion 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 46122-0783-34 AMERISOURCE 1 bottle $0.015 — Availability likely save 29%
rugby cough syrup 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 00536-1348-97 Rugby 1 bottle $0.017 — Availability likely save 19%
Tussin DM 200 mg/20mL; 20 mg/20mL 70677-1185-01 Strategic 1 bottle $0.020 — Availability likely save 2%
good sense tussin dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 00113-1725-26 L. 1 bottle $0.021 — Availability likely —
robafen dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 00904-7223-20 Major 1 bottle $0.021 — Availability likely —
Robafen DM Cough 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 00904-7441-20 Major 1 bottle $0.021 — Availability likely —
good neighbor pharmacy adult tussin DM 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 46122-0704-26 Amerisource 1 bottle $0.021 — Availability likely —
Good Neighbor Sugar Free Adult Tussin DM Cough and Chest Congestion 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 46122-0782-29 AMERISOURCE 1 bottle $0.021 — Availability likely —
Tussin DM 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 70000-0670-01 Cardinal 1 bottle $0.021 — Availability likely —
foster and thrive adult tussin dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 70677-1035-01 Strategic 1 bottle $0.021 — Availability likely —
Tussin DM 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 70677-1261-01 Strategic 1 bottle $0.021 — Availability likely —
QCH Adult Tussin DM 542 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mLthis 83324-0023-04 Chain 1 bottle $0.021 — Availability likely —
QCH Adult Tussin DM Sugar free 545 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 83324-0025-04 Chain 1 bottle $0.021 — Availability likely —
Childrens Robitussin Cough and Chest Congestion DM 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 00031-8702-13 Haleon 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Robitussin Cough Plus Chest Congestion Dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 00031-8757-12 Haleon 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Robitussin Sugar-Free Dye-Free Cough Plus Chest Congestion DM 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 00031-8759-12 Haleon 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Childrens Robitussin Honey Cough and Chest Congestion DM 10 mg/10mL; 100 mg/10mL 00031-8760-12 Haleon 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
adult tussin dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 00363-1603-26 Walgreen 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Walgreen Adult Cough Plus Chest Congestion Dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 00363-7440-08 WALGREEN 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Walgreens Grape Flavor 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 00363-7470-04 WALGREENS 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
tussin cough and chest congestion 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 11822-1630-00 Rite 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
equaline adult tussin 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 41163-0813-26 United 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Robafen Dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 50090-6747-00 A-S 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
good sense tussin dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 50090-7257-00 A-S 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Cough And Chest Congestion 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 51316-0082-34 CVS 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Cough And Chest Congestion Dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 51316-0473-34 CVS 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Cvs Adult Cough Plus Chest Congestion Dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 51316-0744-08 CVS 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
dg health adult tussin 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 55910-0776-26 Dolgencorp 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
adult tussin dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 56062-0607-26 Publix 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
tussin 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 59640-0100-26 H 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Premier Value 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 68016-0744-04 PHARMACY 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
DRx Choice Children daytime Cough and Chest Congestion 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 68163-0747-04 RARITAN 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
robafen dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 68788-8268-01 Preferred 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
good sense tussin dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 68788-8300-01 Preferred 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
rugby cough syrup 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 68788-8303-01 Preferred 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
adult tussin dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 69842-0513-26 CVS 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
leader tussin dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 70000-0596-01 Cardinal 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Tussin DM Cough plus Chest Congestion 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 70000-0713-01 Cardinal 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
basic care tussin dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 72288-0631-26 Amazon.com 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
careone tussin dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 72476-0630-26 Retail 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
topcare tussin dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 76162-0600-26 Topco 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
adult cough and chest congestion 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 79481-0063-00 Meijer, 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Meijer Children Cough and Chest Congestion DM Grape Flavor 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 79481-7470-08 MEIJER 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
equate adult cough and chest congestion dm 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 79903-0095-08 WALMART 1 bottle — — FDA listed —
Tussin DM 20 mg/20mL; 200 mg/20mL 83324-0327-04 Chain 1 bottle — — 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

🏛️
2024
On the market since
May 2024
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
2 years listed
🔒
·
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.

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 K679OBS311
    Carboxymethylcellulose sodium is a plant-derived thickening agent made from cellulose. In medicines, it acts as a binder to hold ingredients together, a disintegrant to help the tablet break apart, or a thickener in liquids.
  • 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 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 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 L7T10EIP3A
    A cooling compound from mint plants used as a flavoring agent and to create a fresh sensation in medicines. It helps mask bitter tastes and improve how the product feels in the mouth.
  • 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 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 1Q73Q2JULR
    Sodium citrate is a salt derived from citric acid. It works as a buffer to maintain the medicine's pH level and may also help improve taste or act as a preservative in the formulation.
  • 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.

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

The official label also statescarboxymethylcellulose sodium, citric acid, FD&C blue 1 dye, FD&C red 40 dye, flavor, glycerin, high fructose corn syrup, menthol, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, 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 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.

Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerChain Drug Marketing Association Inc.
FDA applicationpart341 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code83324
First marketedMay 2024
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio72 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.

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 29 words ▾

USE(S) temporarily relieves cough due too minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 64 words ▾

DIRECTIONS shake well before using do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period measure only with dosing cup provided keep dosing cup with product ml=milliliter this adult product is not intended for use in children under 12 years of age Age Dose adults & children 12 years & over 20 mL every 4 hours children under 12 years do not use

⚠️ Warnings 2 words ▾

WARNINGS .

🧪 Active Ingredient 11 words ▾

ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S) Dextromethorphan HBr, USP 20 mg Guaifenesin, USP 200 mg

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 34 words ▾

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS carboxymethylcellulose sodium, citric acid, FD&C blue 1 dye, FD&C red 40 dye, flavor, glycerin, high fructose corn syrup, menthol, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sucralose, xanthan gum.

🎯 Purpose 4 words ▾

PURPOSE Cough suppressant Expectorant

📄 Do Not Use 56 words ▾

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 30 words ▾

ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema

📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If 32 words ▾

STOP USE AND ASK DOCTOR IF if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.

🤰 If Pregnant or Breast-Feeding 10 words ▾

IF PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING, ask a health professional before use.

📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children 21 words ▾

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

📄 Other Information 20 words ▾

OTHER INFORMATION each 20 mL contains: sodium 15 mg store at 20-25 o C (68-77 o F) do not refrigerate

📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel 117 words ▾

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL NDC 83324-023-04 QUALITY CHOICE *Compare to the Active Ingredients in Robitussin ® DM Adult Tussin DM Cough Suppressant/ Expectorant Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg per 20 mL Guaifenesin 200 mg per 20 mL For Ages 12 & over Helps Control Cough Relieves Chest Congestion Thins and Loosens Mucus Non- Drowsy Raspberry Flavor 4 FL OZ(118 mL) NDC 83324-023-08 QUALITY CHOICE *Compare to the Active Ingredients in Robitussin ® DM Adult Tussin DM Cough Suppressant/ Expectorant Dextromethorphan HBr 20 mg per 20 mL Guaifenesin 200 mg per 20 mL For Ages 12 & over Helps Control Cough Relieves Chest Congestion Thins and Loosens Mucus Non- Drowsy Raspberry Flavor 8 FL OZ(237 mL) 542-qch-label.jpg 542-qch-carton.jpg 542-qch-8-carton.jpg 542-qch-8-label.jpg

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.