Honey Lemon Cough Drops Lozenge
NDC Package 52642-044-40

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Other Packages
    3. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Honey Lemon Cough Drops (menthol) lozenges is uses temporarily relieves: cough as may occur with a coldoccasional minor irritation and sore throat. This formulation utilizes a lozenge delivery system. Marketed by Bestco Inc., this product is identified by NDC 52642-044 and is authorized under FDA application M012.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
52642-044-40
Package Description
40 LOZENGE in 1 BAG
Product Code
52642-044
11-Digit Billing Format
52642004440
RxNorm Crosswalk
RxCUI: 1250189 - menthol 7.5 MG Oral Lozenge

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Honey Lemon Cough Drops
Non-Proprietary Name
Menthol
Substance Name
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.
  • Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
Usage Information
Uses temporarily relieves: cough as may occur with a coldoccasional minor irritation and sore throat

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Bestco Inc.
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M012
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
10-11-2018
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Other Available Packages

The following commercial packages are registered under the same Product NDC (52642-044). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

52642-044-30
30 LOZENGE in 1 BAG
52642-044-80
80 LOZENGE in 1 BAG

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 52642-044-40 identifies a specific commercial package of 40 lozenge in 1 bag of Honey Lemon Cough Drops, a human over the counter drug labeled by Bestco Inc.. This lozenge is formulated for oral use and contains 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 Bestco Inc. on October 11, 2018. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Bestco Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 52642004440. 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)
52642-044-40
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
52642-0044-40

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