Geri-lanta Antacid Antigas Suspension
NDC Package 17856-0630-1

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Geri-lanta Antacid Antigas (aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, dimethicone) suspension is shake well before useadults and children 12 years and older: take 2 to 4 teaspoonfuls between meals, at bedtime, or as directed by a doctordo not take more than 24 teaspoonfuls in 24 hours or use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weekschildren under 12 years: ask a doctor. This formulation utilizes a suspension delivery system. Marketed by Atlantic Biologicals Corp., this product is identified by NDC 17856-0630 and is authorized under FDA application M001.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
17856-0630-1
Package Description
50 CUP, UNIT-DOSE in 1 BOX, UNIT-DOSE / 30 mL in 1 CUP, UNIT-DOSE
Product Code
17856-0630
11-Digit Billing Format
17856063001
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 307746 - aluminum hydroxide 200 MG / magnesium hydroxide 200 MG / simethicone 20 MG in 5 mL Oral Suspension
  • RxCUI: 307746 - aluminum hydroxide 40 MG/ML / magnesium hydroxide 40 MG/ML / simethicone 4 MG/ML Oral Suspension
  • RxCUI: 307746 - aluminum hydroxide 1200 MG / milk of magnesia 1200 MG / dimethicone 120 MG per 30 ML Oral Suspension
  • RxCUI: 307746 - aluminum hydroxide 200 MG / milk of magnesia 200 MG / dimethicone 20 MG per 5 ML Oral Suspension
  • RxCUI: 307746 - aluminum hydroxide 400 MG / milk of magnesia 400 MG / dimethicone 40 MG per 10 ML Oral Suspension

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Geri-lanta Antacid Antigas
Non-Proprietary Name
Aluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide, Dimethicone
Substance Name
Aluminum Hydroxide; Dimethicone; Magnesium Hydroxide
Dosage Form
Suspension - A liquid1 dosage form that contains solid particles dispersed in a liquid vehicle.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Shake well before useadults and children 12 years and older: take 2 to 4 teaspoonfuls between meals, at bedtime, or as directed by a doctordo not take more than 24 teaspoonfuls in 24 hours or use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weekschildren under 12 years: ask a doctor

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Atlantic Biologicals Corp.
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M001
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
01-01-2000
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 17856-0630-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 50 cup, unit-dose in 1 box, unit-dose / 30 ml in 1 cup, unit-dose of Geri-lanta Antacid Antigas, a human over the counter drug labeled by Atlantic Biologicals Corp.. This suspension is formulated for oral use and contains aluminum hydroxide; dimethicone; magnesium hydroxide as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Atlantic Biologicals Corp. on January 01, 2000. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Atlantic Biologicals Corp. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 17856063001. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. The table below illustrates the segment conversion from the 10-digit labeler code to the 11-digit provider format.

11-Digit Code Conversion

Billing payers usually require a 5-4-2 segment configuration. Below is the conversion from the 10-digit package format to the 11-digit billing format:

10-Digit Format (5-4-1)
17856-0630-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
17856-0630-01

Note: The zero is added to the Package segment to maintain the 5-4-2 structure.