Gericare Tussin Dm Max Liquid
NDC Package 57896-591-08

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

Package Information

Gericare Tussin Dm Max (dextromethorphan hbr, guaifenesin) liquids is usestemporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritationhelps loosen phlegm (mucus)helps thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive. This formulation utilizes a liquid delivery system. Marketed by Geri-care Pharmaceuticals, Corp, this product is identified by NDC 57896-591 and is authorized under FDA application M012.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
57896-591-08
Package Description
237 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
57896-591
11-Digit Billing Format
57896059108
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
Units Per Package
237 ML
RxNorm Crosswalk
  • RxCUI: 1020138 - dextromethorphan HBr 20 MG / guaiFENesin 400 MG in 20 mL Oral Solution
  • RxCUI: 1020138 - dextromethorphan hydrobromide 1 MG/ML / guaifenesin 20 MG/ML Oral Solution
  • RxCUI: 1020138 - dextromethorphan HBr 20 MG / guaifenesin 400 MG per 20 ML Oral Solution
  • RxCUI: 1020138 - dextromethorphan HBr 5 MG / guaifenesin 100 MG per 5 ML Oral Solution

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Gericare Tussin Dm Max
Non-Proprietary Name
Dextromethorphan Hbr, Guaifenesin
Substance Name
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide; Guaifenesin
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
Usestemporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritationhelps loosen phlegm (mucus)helps thin bronchial secretions to make coughs more productive

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Geri-care Pharmaceuticals, Corp
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M012
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
12-01-2025
Listing Expiration
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 57896-591-08 identifies a specific commercial package of 237 ml in 1 bottle of Gericare Tussin Dm Max, a human over the counter drug labeled by Geri-care Pharmaceuticals, Corp. This product is billed per "ML" milliliter and contains an estimated amount of 237 billable units per package. This liquid is formulated for oral use and contains dextromethorphan hydrobromide; guaifenesin 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 Geri-care Pharmaceuticals, Corp on December 01, 2025. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Geri-care Pharmaceuticals, Corp product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 57896059108. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. There are 237 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)
57896-591-08
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
57896-0591-08

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