MERIDIA 5 (Meridia 5 mg)
Generic Name: sibutramine
Pill imprint MERIDIA 5 has been identified as Meridia 5 mg.
Meridia is used in the treatment of obesity and belongs to the drug class anorexiants. Risk cannot be ruled out during pregnancy. Meridia 5 mg is classified as a Schedule 4 controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA).
Meridia
- Generic Name:
- sibutramine
- Imprint:
- MERIDIA 5
- Strength:
- 5 mg
- Color:
- Blue / Yellow
- Shape:
- Capsule-shape
- Availability:
- Prescription only
- Drug Class:
- Anorexiants
- Pregnancy Category:
- C - Risk cannot be ruled out
- CSA Schedule:
- 4 - Some potential for abuse
- Manufacturer:
- Abbott Laboratories
- National Drug Code (NDC):
- 00074-2456
- Inactive Ingredients:
- lactose monohydrate
microcrystalline cellulose
silicon dioxide colloidal
magnesium stearate
titanium dioxide
gelatin
FD&C Blue No. 2
D&C Yellow No. 10
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