Infants Gas Relief Suspension
NDC Package 57896-798-01

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

Package Information

Infants Gas Relief (simethicone) suspension is a medication used to relieve symptoms of extra gas caused by air swallowing or certain foods/infant formulas. This formulation utilizes a suspension delivery system. Marketed by Geri-care Pharmaceuticals, Corp, this product is identified by NDC 57896-798 and is authorized under FDA application M002.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
57896-798-01
Package Description
1 BOTTLE in 1 BOX / 30 mL in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
57896-798
11-Digit Billing Format
57896079801
Billing Unit
ML - Billing unit of "milliliter" is used when a product is measured by its liquid volume.
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Infants Gas Relief
Non-Proprietary Name
Simethicone
Substance Name
Dimethicone
Dosage Form
Suspension - A liquid1 dosage form that contains solid particles dispersed in a liquid vehicle.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
DIMETHICONE 20 mg/.3mL
Pharmacologic Class
Skin Barrier Activity - [PE] (Physiologic Effect)
Usage Information
This product is used to relieve symptoms of extra gas caused by air swallowing or certain foods/infant formulas. Simethicone helps break up gas bubbles in the gut.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Geri-care Pharmaceuticals, Corp
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M002
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
05-01-2014
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 57896-798-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 1 bottle in 1 box / 30 ml in 1 bottle of Infants Gas Relief, a human over the counter drug labeled by Geri-care Pharmaceuticals, Corp. This suspension is formulated for oral use and contains dimethicone 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 May 01, 2014. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This product is used to relieve symptoms of extra gas caused by air swallowing or certain foods/infant formulas. Simethicone helps break up gas bubbles in the gut.

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: 57896079801. Quantities are measured in per "ml or milliliter", products billed per milliliter are usually products measured by liquid volume.. 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)
57896-798-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
57896-0798-01

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