753 Pill — PINK ROUND, 10mm — Sitagliptin
| Imprint | 753 |
|---|---|
| Colour | PINK |
| Shape | ROUND |
| Size | 10 |
| Strength | SITAGLIPTIN PHOSPHATE 100 mg;SIMVASTATIN 10 mg |
| Dosage form | Tablet, Film Coated |
| Manufacturer | Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. |
| NDC | 0006-0753 |
| Schedule | — |
| Availability | — |
| Ingredients | SITAGLIPTIN PHOSPHATE[SITAGLIPTIN];SIMVASTATIN[SIMVASTATIN] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "753" 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: "753".
- • Confirm the colour (PINK) and shape (ROUND).
- • 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 c41b4a12-6504-4fe8-abbe-e7f3ba0d28e2.xml