par 084 Pill — YELLOW PENTAGON (5 SIDED), 6mm — Dexamethasone
| Imprint | par / 084 |
|---|---|
| Colour | YELLOW |
| Shape | PENTAGON (5 SIDED) |
| Size | 6 |
| Strength | DEXAMETHASONE 0.5 mg |
| Dosage form | Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Integrated Pharma Solutions Llc |
| NDC | 61219-004 |
| Schedule | — |
| Availability | — |
| Ingredients | DEXAMETHASONE[DEXAMETHASONE] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "par 084" 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
Dexamethasone
Uses and warnings
Key warnings include: - Increased susceptibility to infections; corticosteroids "may mask some signs of current infection" - Risk of HPA axis suppression and adrenocortical insufficiency upon withdrawal - "Average and large doses of corticosteroids can cause elevation of blood pressure, sodium and water retention" - Potential for posterior subcapsular cataracts and glaucoma - Increased osteoporosis risk and growth velocity reduction in pediatric patients - Psychic disturbances ranging from "euphoria, insomnia, mood swings" to "frank psychotic manifestations" - Live vaccine contraindication in patients receiving immunosuppressive doses
Dexamethasone treats severe allergic conditions, dermatologic diseases, endocrine disorders, gastrointestinal diseases, hematologic disorders, neoplastic diseases, nervous system conditions, ophthalmic diseases, renal diseases, respiratory diseases, and rheumatic disorders. Specific uses include "control of severe or incapacitating allergic conditions" and management of conditions like multiple sclerosis exacerbations, cerebral edema, and various inflammatory disorders.
How to identify this pill
- • Check the imprint matches exactly: "par 084".
- • Confirm the colour (YELLOW) and shape (PENTAGON (5 SIDED)).
- • Compare the size (6) 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 278a9ac7-d4ec-4315-b741-498638b37144.xml