MD 562 Pill - white round, 8mm
Generic Name: methylphenidate
Pill with imprint MD 562 is White, Round and has been identified as Metadate ER 20 mg. It is supplied by Celltech Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Metadate ER is used in the treatment of ADHD and belongs to the drug class CNS stimulants. Risk cannot be ruled out during pregnancy. Metadate ER 20 mg is classified as a Schedule 2 controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA).
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Metadate ER
- Generic Name
- methylphenidate
- Imprint
- MD 562
- Strength
- 20 mg
- Color
- White
- Size
- 8.00 mm
- Shape
- Round
- Availability
- Prescription only
- Drug Class
- CNS stimulants
- Pregnancy Category
- C - Risk cannot be ruled out
- CSA Schedule
- 2 - High potential for abuse
- Labeler / Supplier
- Celltech Pharmaceuticals Inc.
- Inactive Ingredients
-
cetyl alcohol,
ethylcellulose,
lactose anhydrous,
magnesium stearate
Note: Inactive ingredients may vary.
Labelers / Repackagers
NDC Code | Labeler / Repackager |
---|---|
53014-0594 (Discontinued) | UCB, Inc. |
65580-0594 (Discontinued) | Upstate Pharma LLC |
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