5MG Pill — RED CAPSULE, 10mm — Zolpidem
| Imprint | 5MG |
|---|---|
| Colour | RED |
| Shape | CAPSULE |
| Size | 10 |
| Strength | ZOLPIDEM TARTRATE 5 mg |
| Dosage form | Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Medsource Pharmaceuticals |
| NDC | 45865-409 |
| Schedule | CIV |
| Availability | — |
| Ingredients | ZOLPIDEM TARTRATE[ZOLPIDEM] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "5MG" 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
Zolpidem
Uses and warnings
BOXED WARNING: "Complex sleep behaviors including sleep-walking, sleep-driving, and engaging in other activities while not fully awake may occur following use of zolpidem tartrate tablets. Some of these events may result in serious injuries, including death." | CNS depressant effects with next-day impairment risks; severe anaphylactic/anaphylactoid reactions possible; abnormal thinking and behavioral changes reported; respiratory depression risk, particularly with opioid use; withdrawal symptoms with rapid discontinuation; hepatic encephalopathy risk in severe liver disease.
Zolpidem tartrate tablets are indicated for the short-term treatment of insomnia characterized by difficulties with sleep initiation.
How to identify this pill
- • Check the imprint matches exactly: "5MG".
- • Confirm the colour (RED) and shape (CAPSULE).
- • Compare the size (10) 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 72046304-31f0-9043-e053-2995a90a57ea.xml