P 20 Pill — BLUE ROUND, 7mm — Propranolol
| Imprint | P / 20 |
|---|---|
| Colour | BLUE |
| Shape | ROUND |
| Size | 7 |
| Strength | PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE 20 mg |
| Dosage form | Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Aidarex Pharmaceuticals LLC |
| NDC | 33261-642 |
| Schedule | — |
| Availability | — |
| Ingredients | PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE[PROPRANOLOL] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "P 20" 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: "P 20".
- • Confirm the colour (BLUE) and shape (ROUND).
- • Compare the size (7) 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 dc4501f9-c70f-46c1-811b-d72fdc4af22c.xml