Best Choice Effervescent Antacid Pain Relief Tablet, Effervescent
NDC Package 63941-421-36

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

Package Information

Best Choice Effervescent Antacid Pain Relief (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 Valu Merchandisers Company, this product is identified by NDC 63941-421 and is authorized under FDA application M013.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
63941-421-36
Package Description
18 POUCH in 1 CARTON / 2 TABLET, EFFERVESCENT in 1 POUCH
Product Code
63941-421
11-Digit Billing Format
63941042136
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
Best Choice Effervescent Antacid Pain Relief
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.
  • 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 yrs 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 hourschildren under 12 years: consult a doctor

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Valu Merchandisers Company
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M013
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
08-30-2013
End Marketing Date
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 (63941-421). Click a package code to view its specific billing and regulatory data.

63941-421-12
6 POUCH in 1 CARTON / 2 TABLET, EFFERVESCENT in 1 POUCH

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 63941-421-36 identifies a specific commercial package of 18 pouch in 1 carton / 2 tablet, effervescent in 1 pouch of Best Choice Effervescent Antacid Pain Relief, a human over the counter drug labeled by Valu Merchandisers Company. 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 Valu Merchandisers Company on August 30, 2013.

How is this Valu Merchandisers Company product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 63941042136. 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)
63941-421-36
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
63941-0421-36

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