Cvs Health Sterile Saline Mist Spray
NDC Package 51316-721-14

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

Package Information

Cvs Health Sterile Saline Mist (sodium chloride) sprays is a medication used to treat dryness inside the nose (nasal passages). This formulation utilizes a spray delivery system. Marketed by Cvs Pharmacy, this product is identified by NDC 51316-721.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
51316-721-14
Package Description
142 g in 1 BOTTLE, SPRAY
Product Code
51316-721
11-Digit Billing Format
51316072114
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Cvs Health Sterile Saline Mist
Non-Proprietary Name
Sodium Chloride
Substance Name
Sodium Chloride
Dosage Form
Spray - A liquid minutely divided as by a jet of air or steam.
Administration Route
Nasal - Administration to the nose; administered by way of the nose.
Active Ingredient(s)
SODIUM CHLORIDE 2 g/100g
Usage Information
This product is used to treat dryness inside the nose (nasal passages). It helps add moisture inside the nose to dissolve and soften thick or crusty mucus. In babies and young children with stuffy noses who cannot blow their noses, using this product helps to make the mucus easier to remove with a nasal bulb syringe. This helps relieve stuffiness and makes breathing easier. This product contains a purified gentle salt solution (also called saline or sodium chloride solution). It does not contain any medication.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Cvs Pharmacy
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
Marketing Category
UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER - An unapproved drug product in a marketing category that is not reflected on a particular list.
Start Marketing Date
03-26-2024
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 51316-721-14 identifies a specific commercial package of 142 g in 1 bottle, spray of Cvs Health Sterile Saline Mist, a human over the counter drug labeled by Cvs Pharmacy. This spray is formulated for nasal use and contains sodium chloride 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 Cvs Pharmacy on March 26, 2024. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This product is used to treat dryness inside the nose (nasal passages). It helps add moisture inside the nose to dissolve and soften thick or crusty mucus. In babies and young children with stuffy noses who cannot blow their noses, using this product helps to make the mucus easier to remove with a nasal bulb syringe. This helps relieve stuffiness and makes breathing easier. This product contains a purified gentle salt solution (also called saline or sodium chloride solution). It does not contain any medication.

How is this Cvs Pharmacy product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 51316072114. 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 (5-3-2)
51316-721-14
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
51316-0721-14

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