227 Pill — BROWN ROUND, 8mm — Sitagliptin
| Imprint | 227 |
|---|---|
| Colour | BROWN |
| Shape | ROUND |
| Size | 8 |
| Strength | SITAGLIPTIN PHOSPHATE 100 mg |
| Dosage form | Tablet, Film Coated |
| Manufacturer | Cardinal Health |
| NDC | 55154-5041 |
| Schedule | — |
| Availability | — |
| Ingredients | SITAGLIPTIN PHOSPHATE[SITAGLIPTIN] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "227" is a code stamped or printed on the tablet or capsule by the manufacturer, used to identify the drug, its strength and the maker.
Active ingredient
Sitagliptin
Uses and warnings
Pancreatitis - "postmarketing reports of acute pancreatitis, including fatal and non-fatal hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis"; Heart Failure - association observed with DPP-4 inhibitors in cardiovascular trials; Acute Renal Failure - "postmarketing reports of worsening renal function, including acute renal failure"; Hypoglycemia risk increased when combined with insulin or insulin secretagogues; Hypersensitivity Reactions including anaphylaxis, angioedema, Stevens-Johnson syndrome; Arthralgia - severe joint pain reported with DPP-4 inhibitors; Bullous Pemphigoid, a blistering condition requiring hospitalization.
"JANUVIA is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus." Not for type 1 diabetes or patients with pancreatitis history.
How to identify this pill
- • Check the imprint matches exactly: "227".
- • Confirm the colour (BROWN) and shape (ROUND).
- • Compare the size (8) against a ruler if possible.
- • When in doubt, confirm with a pharmacist before taking any medication.
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Official references
Source: FDA Structured Product Label via NLM Pillbox archive (retired 2021); source file 97228080-5f1e-4b81-92a1-16d5f269d4d0.xml