A 283 Pill — WHITE ROUND, 11mm — Perphenazine

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Imprint	A / 283
Colour	WHITE
Shape	ROUND
Size	11
Strength	PERPHENAZINE 16 mg
Dosage form	Tablet, Film Coated
Manufacturer	Actavis Pharma, Inc.
NDC	0591-4104
Schedule	—
Availability	Drug For Further Processing
Ingredients	PERPHENAZINE[PERPHENAZINE]

What does this imprint mean?

The imprint "A 283" 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

Perphenazine

Uses and warnings

BOXED WARNING: "Elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotic drugs are at an increased risk of death," approximately 1.6 to 1.7 times that of placebo; "perphenazine is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis." Other key warnings cover tardive dyskinesia, described as "potentially irreversible, involuntary, dyskinetic movements," and neuroleptic malignant syndrome, "a potentially fatal symptom complex."

Perphenazine is indicated for use in the treatment of schizophrenia and for the control of severe nausea and vomiting in adults.

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How to identify this pill

• Check the imprint matches exactly: "A 283".
• Confirm the colour (WHITE) and shape (ROUND).
• Compare the size (11) against a ruler if possible.
• When in doubt, confirm with a pharmacist before taking any medication.

A 283 Pill — WHITE ROUND, 11mm — Perphenazine

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