N120 Pill — BLUE;BLUE CAPSULE, 18mm — Propranolol
| Imprint | N120 |
|---|---|
| Colour | BLUE;BLUE |
| Shape | CAPSULE |
| Size | 18 |
| Strength | Propranolol Hydrochloride 120 mg |
| Dosage form | Capsule, Extended Release |
| Manufacturer | Nortec Development Associates, Inc |
| NDC | 42689-013 |
| Schedule | — |
| Availability | — |
| Ingredients | Propranolol Hydrochloride[PROPRANOLOL] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "N120" 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
Propranolol
Uses and warnings
- Abrupt Discontinuation Risk: "exacerbation of angina and, in some cases, myocardial infarction, following abrupt discontinuance" - Bronchospasm: Contraindicated in bronchial asthma; use cautiously in chronic bronchitis/emphysema - Cardiac Effects: May precipitate heart failure; caution with concurrent calcium channel blockers - Hypoglycemia: "Beta-adrenergic blockade may prevent the appearance of certain premonitory signs" in diabetics - Hypersensitivity: "anaphylactic/anaphylactoid reactions" and Stevens-Johnson Syndrome reported
Propranolol extended-release capsules treat four main conditions: 1. Hypertension - "management of hypertension. It may be used alone or used in combination with other antihypertensive agents" 2. Angina Pectoris - "to decrease angina frequency and increase exercise tolerance" 3. Migraine Prevention - "prophylaxis of common migraine headache" (not for acute attacks) 4. Hypertrophic Subaortic Stenosis - "improve NYHA functional class in symptomatic patients"
How to identify this pill
- • Check the imprint matches exactly: "N120".
- • Confirm the colour (BLUE;BLUE) and shape (CAPSULE).
- • Compare the size (18) 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 5e3ea4a6-55f6-4279-9d7a-2e3afa184023.xml