HP 246 Pill — ORANGE OVAL, 3mm — Venlafaxine

Imprint	HP / 246
Colour	ORANGE
Shape	OVAL
Size	3
Strength	VENLAFAXINE HYDROCHLORIDE 25 mg
Dosage form	Tablet
Manufacturer	Heritage Pharmaceuticals Inc.
NDC	23155-246
Schedule	—
Availability	Prescription only
Ingredients	VENLAFAXINE HYDROCHLORIDE[VENLAFAXINE]

What does this imprint mean?

The imprint "HP 246" 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

Venlafaxine

Uses and warnings

BOXED WARNING: "Antidepressants increased the risk...of suicidal thinking and behavior (suicidality) in children, adolescents and young adults" in short-term studies. Strong warning about monitoring for worsening depression and suicidal thoughts, especially early in treatment or during dose changes. | Serotonin syndrome risk with concurrent use of MAOIs, triptans, tramadol, or other serotonergic drugs; "venlafaxine treatment is associated with sustained increases in blood pressure in some patients"; angle-closure glaucoma risk from pupillary dilation; seizure risk (0.26% incidence reported); hyponatremia, particularly in elderly patients; abnormal bleeding risk when combined with NSAIDs/anticoagulants.

"Venlafaxine tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder." Used for patients whose symptoms meet DSM diagnostic criteria for major depression.

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How to identify this pill

• Check the imprint matches exactly: "HP 246".
• Confirm the colour (ORANGE) and shape (OVAL).
• Compare the size (3) against a ruler if possible.
• When in doubt, confirm with a pharmacist before taking any medication.

HP 246 Pill — ORANGE OVAL, 3mm — Venlafaxine

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