804 Pill — PURPLE;WHITE CAPSULE, 18mm — Dexmethylphenidate

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Imprint	804
Colour	PURPLE;WHITE
Shape	CAPSULE
Size	18
Strength	DEXMETHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 mg
Dosage form	Capsule, Extended Release
Manufacturer	Actavis Pharma, Inc.
NDC	45963-804
Schedule	CII
Availability	—
Ingredients	DEXMETHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE[DEXMETHYLPHENIDATE]

What does this imprint mean?

The imprint "804" 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

Dexmethylphenidate

Uses and warnings

BOXED WARNING: Abuse, Misuse, and Addiction - "Dexmethylphenidate hydrochloride tablets have a high potential for abuse and misuse, which can lead to the development of a substance use disorder, including addiction." "Misuse and abuse of CNS stimulants...can result in overdose and death," particularly "with higher doses or unapproved methods of administration, such as snorting or injection." Other key warnings include sudden death reported in patients with structural cardiac abnormalities, increases in blood pressure and heart rate, psychiatric adverse reactions including new psychosis or mania, priapism, growth suppression in pediatric patients, and exacerbation of glaucoma.

Dexmethylphenidate hydrochloride tablets are indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

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How to identify this pill

• Check the imprint matches exactly: "804".
• Confirm the colour (PURPLE;WHITE) and shape (CAPSULE).
• Compare the size (18) against a ruler if possible.
• When in doubt, confirm with a pharmacist before taking any medication.

804 Pill — PURPLE;WHITE CAPSULE, 18mm — Dexmethylphenidate

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