Tusnel Liquid
NDC Package 54859-502-06

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

Package Information

Tusnel (dextromethorphan, guiafenesin, pseudoephedrine hcl) liquids is Uses:temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with the common coldhelps control reflex that causes coughinghelps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productivetemporarily relieves nasal congestion due to common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies (allergic rhinitis). This formulation utilizes a liquid delivery system. Marketed by Llorens Pharmaceutical International Division, this product is identified by NDC 54859-502 and is authorized under FDA application M012.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
54859-502-06
Package Description
178 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
54859-502
11-Digit Billing Format
54859050206
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
178 ML
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 1098227 - dextromethorphan HBr 15 MG / guaiFENesin 200 MG / pseudoephedrine HCl 30 MG in 5 mL Oral Solution
  • RxCUI: 1098227 - dextromethorphan hydrobromide 3 MG/ML / guaifenesin 40 MG/ML / pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 6 MG/ML Oral Solution
  • RxCUI: 1098227 - dextromethorphan hydrobromide 15 MG / guaifenesin 200 MG / pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 30 MG per 5 ML Oral Solution

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Tusnel
Non-Proprietary Name
Dextromethorphan, Guiafenesin, Pseudoephedrine Hcl
Substance Name
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide; Guaifenesin; Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride
Dosage Form
Liquid - A dosage form consisting of a pure chemical in its liquid1 state. This dosage form term should not be applied to solutions.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
Uses:temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated with the common coldhelps control reflex that causes coughinghelps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productivetemporarily relieves nasal congestion due to common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies (allergic rhinitis).

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Llorens Pharmaceutical International Division
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M012
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
01-01-2006
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 (54859-502). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

54859-502-10
3786 mL in 1 BOTTLE
54859-502-16
474 mL in 1 BOTTLE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 54859-502-06 identifies a specific commercial package of 178 ml in 1 bottle of Tusnel, a human over the counter drug labeled by Llorens Pharmaceutical International Division. This product is billed per "ML" milliliter and contains an estimated amount of 178 billable units per package. This liquid is formulated for oral use and contains dextromethorphan hydrobromide; guaifenesin; pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 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 Llorens Pharmaceutical International Division on January 01, 2006. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Llorens Pharmaceutical International Division product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 54859050206. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 178 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 (5-3-2)
54859-502-06
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
54859-0502-06

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