WPI 500 (Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release 500 mg)
Pill with imprint WPI 500 is Blue, Round and has been identified as Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release 500 mg. It is supplied by Actavis Pharma, Inc..
Metformin is used in the treatment of diabetes, type 2; polycystic ovary syndrome; diabetes, type 3c; female infertility; insulin resistance syndrome and belongs to the drug class non-sulfonylureas. There is no proven risk in humans during pregnancy. Metformin 500 mg is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
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Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release
- Imprint:
- WPI 500
- Strength:
- 500 mg
- Color:
- Blue
- Shape:
- Round
- Availability:
- Prescription only
- Drug Class:
- Non-sulfonylureas
- Pregnancy Category:
- B - No proven risk in humans
- CSA Schedule:
- Not a controlled drug
- Labeler / Supplier:
- Actavis Pharma, Inc.
- National Drug Code (NDC):
- 00591-2411
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- Drug class: non-sulfonylureas
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