M EC Pill — WHITE ROUND, 10mm — Escitalopram
| Imprint | M / EC |
|---|---|
| Colour | WHITE |
| Shape | ROUND |
| Size | 10 |
| Strength | ESCITALOPRAM OXALATE 20 mg |
| Dosage form | Tablet, Film Coated |
| Manufacturer | Physicians Total Care, Inc. |
| NDC | 54868-6376 |
| Schedule | — |
| Availability | — |
| Ingredients | ESCITALOPRAM OXALATE[ESCITALOPRAM] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "M EC" 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
Escitalopram
Uses and warnings
BOXED WARNING - Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors: "Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in pediatric and young adult patients in short-term studies." Close monitoring is essential, particularly during initial treatment phases. Key Warnings Include: - Serotonin syndrome risk with concurrent serotonergic agents - Discontinuation syndrome when stopping treatment - Seizure risk in susceptible patients - Activation of mania/hypomania in bipolar disorder - Hyponatremia (low sodium), particularly in elderly patients - Increased bleeding risk with anticoagulants/NSAIDs - Sexual dysfunction possible - Angle-closure glaucoma risk
Escitalopram is approved for treating "major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older" and "generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in adults."
How to identify this pill
- • Check the imprint matches exactly: "M EC".
- • Confirm the colour (WHITE) 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 babd0b6a-0ecb-49f3-b598-12eaac98db60.xml