Cepacol Lozenge
NDC Package 17856-0732-1

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

Package Information

Cepacol (benzocaine and menthol) lozenges is adults and children 5 years of age and older: allow one lozenge to dissolve slowly in the mouth; may be repeated every 2 hours as needed or as directed by a doctor or dentist.children under 5 years of age: do not use. This formulation utilizes a lozenge delivery system. Marketed by Atlantic Biologicals Corp., this product is identified by NDC 17856-0732 and is authorized under FDA application M.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
17856-0732-1
Package Description
50 POUCH in 1 BOX / 1 LOZENGE in 1 POUCH (17856-0732-2)
Product Code
17856-0732
11-Digit Billing Format
17856073201
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
50 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 1235472 - Cepacol Sore Throat 15 MG / 2.6 MG Oral Lozenge
  • RxCUI: 1235472 - benzocaine 15 MG / menthol 2.6 MG Oral Lozenge [Cepacol Sore Throat Pain Relief]
  • RxCUI: 1235472 - Cepacol Sore Throat Pain Relief 15/2.6 (benzocaine / menthol) Oral Lozenge
  • RxCUI: 1235472 - Cepacol Sore Throat Pain Relief 15/2.6 Oral Lozenge
  • RxCUI: 858664 - benzocaine 15 MG / menthol 2.6 MG Oral Lozenge

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Cepacol Extra Strength Sore Throat Honey Lemon
Non-Proprietary Name
Benzocaine And Menthol
Substance Name
Benzocaine; Menthol
Dosage Form
Lozenge - A solid preparation containing one or more medicaments, usually in a flavored, sweetened base which is intended to dissolve or disintegrate slowly in the mouth. A lollipop is a lozenge on a stick.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Adults and children 5 years of age and older: allow one lozenge to dissolve slowly in the mouth; may be repeated every 2 hours as needed or as directed by a doctor or dentist.children under 5 years of age: do not use

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Atlantic Biologicals Corp.
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
07-15-2013
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 17856-0732-1 identifies a specific commercial package of 50 pouch in 1 box / 1 lozenge in 1 pouch (17856-0732-2) of Cepacol Extra Strength Sore Throat Honey Lemon, a human over the counter drug labeled by Atlantic Biologicals Corp.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 50 billable units per package. This lozenge is formulated for oral use and contains benzocaine; menthol 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 July 15, 2013. 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: 17856073201. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 50 total billable units per package. 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)
17856-0732-1
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
17856-0732-01

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