5540 DAN (Metronidazole 250 mg)
Pill imprint 5540 DAN has been identified as Metronidazole 250 mg.
Metronidazole is used in the treatment of bacterial vaginitis; std prophylaxis; bacterial infection; dental abscess; giardiasis (and more), and belongs to the drug classes amebicides, miscellaneous antibiotics. There is no proven risk in humans during pregnancy. Metronidazole 250 mg is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA).
- Imprint:
- 5540 DAN
- Strength:
- 250 mg
- Color:
- White
- Shape:
- Round
- Availability:
- Prescription only
- Drug Class:
- Amebicides
Miscellaneous antibiotics - Pregnancy Category:
- B - No proven risk in humans
- CSA Schedule:
- Not a controlled drug
- Manufacturer:
- Watson Pharmaceuticals
- National Drug Code (NDC):
- 00591-5540
- Inactive Ingredients:
- silicon dioxide colloidal
crospovidone
hydrogenated vegetable oil
microcrystalline cellulose
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