576 93 Pill — BLUE ROUND, 9mm — Lovastatin
| Imprint | 576 / 93 |
|---|---|
| Colour | BLUE |
| Shape | ROUND |
| Size | 9 |
| Strength | LOVASTATIN 20 mg |
| Dosage form | Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Cardinal Health |
| NDC | 55154-8284 |
| Schedule | — |
| Availability | — |
| Ingredients | LOVASTATIN[LOVASTATIN] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "576 93" 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
Lovastatin
Uses and warnings
Contraindicated in "active liver disease or unexplained persistent elevations of serum transaminases," in pregnancy and lactation (fetal risk), and with known hypersensitivity to any component. Key warnings: risk of "myopathy manifested as muscle pain, tenderness or weakness" with marked creatine kinase elevation, which can progress to "rhabdomyolysis with or without acute renal failure," especially with certain interacting drugs; risk of liver dysfunction evidenced by "persistent increases of serum transaminases."
Lovastatin is indicated: - As "an adjunct to diet for the reduction of elevated total-C and LDL-C levels" in primary hypercholesterolemia - For "primary prevention of coronary heart disease" to reduce the risk of myocardial infarction and unstable angina - To slow "the progression of coronary atherosclerosis in patients with coronary heart disease" - In adolescents (10-17 years) with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.
How to identify this pill
- • Check the imprint matches exactly: "576 93".
- • Confirm the colour (BLUE) and shape (ROUND).
- • Compare the size (9) 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 62c24698-93b9-44f4-bdc4-19737d2c5cc8.xml