Publix Fast Relief Effervescent Tablet, Effervescent
NDC Package 56062-421-68

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

Package Information

Publix Fast Relief Effervescent (aspirin, citric acid, sodium bicarbonate) tablets is ■ do not exceed recommended dosage■ to avoid serious injury, completely dissolve tablets in 4 oz. This formulation utilizes a tablet, effervescent delivery system. Marketed by Publix Super Markets Inc., this product is identified by NDC 56062-421 and is authorized under FDA application M013.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
56062-421-68
Package Description
18 POUCH in 1 CARTON / 2 TABLET, EFFERVESCENT in 1 POUCH
Product Code
56062-421
11-Digit Billing Format
56062042168
Billing Unit
EA - Billing unit of "each" is used when the product is dispensed in discreet units.
Units Per Package
18 EA
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 1536675 - aspirin 325 MG / citric acid 1000 MG / sodium bicarbonate 1916 MG Effervescent Oral Tablet
  • RxCUI: 1536675 - ASA 325 MG / Citric Acid 1000 MG / NaHCO3 1916 MG Effervescent Oral Tablet

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Publix Fast Relief Effervescent
Non-Proprietary Name
Aspirin, Citric Acid, Sodium Bicarbonate
Substance Name
Anhydrous Citric Acid; Aspirin; Sodium Bicarbonate
Dosage Form
Tablet, Effervescent - A solid dosage form containing mixtures of acids (e.g., citric acid, tartaric acid) and sodium bicarbonate, which release carbon dioxide when dissolved in water; it is intended to be dissolved or dispersed in water before administration.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
Pharmacologic Class
Usage Information
■ do not exceed recommended dosage■ to avoid serious injury, completely dissolve tablets in 4 oz. of water before takingadults and children 12 years and over (up to 60 years of age) - 2 tablets every 4 hours do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours60 years and over - 2 tablets every 4 hours do not exceed 4 tablets in 24 hours

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Publix Super Markets Inc.
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M013
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
11-10-2011
End Marketing Date
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 56062-421-68 identifies a specific commercial package of 18 pouch in 1 carton / 2 tablet, effervescent in 1 pouch of Publix Fast Relief Effervescent, a human over the counter drug labeled by Publix Super Markets Inc.. This product is billed for "EA" each discreet unit and contains an estimated amount of 18 billable units per package. This tablet, effervescent is formulated for oral use and contains anhydrous citric acid; aspirin; sodium bicarbonate 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 Publix Super Markets Inc. on November 10, 2011.

How is this Publix Super Markets Inc. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 56062042168. Quantities are measured in per "each", products billed on a per each basis are usually products dispensed in discreet units.. There are 18 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)
56062-421-68
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
56062-0421-68

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