R 20 Pill — PINK ROUND, 5mm — Hydrochlorothiazide

Imprint	R / 20
Colour	PINK
Shape	ROUND
Size	5
Strength	HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 mg
Dosage form	Tablet
Manufacturer	Actavis Pharma, Inc.
NDC	0228-2820
Schedule	—
Availability	Prescription only
Ingredients	HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE[HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE]

What does this imprint mean?

The imprint "R 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

Hydrochlorothiazide

Uses and warnings

Key warnings include: - "Use with caution in severe renal disease" as thiazides may precipitate azotemia - Caution advised with impaired hepatic function due to risk of hepatic coma - Risk of systemic lupus erythematosus exacerbation reported - "Lithium generally should not be given with diuretics" due to toxicity risk - Potential electrolyte imbalances requiring monitoring (hypokalemia, hyponatremia, hypochloremic alkalosis)

Hydrochlorothiazide is indicated for edema management associated with congestive heart failure, hepatic cirrhosis, and corticosteroid/estrogen therapy, as well as edema from renal dysfunction. It's also used to manage hypertension "either as the sole therapeutic agent or to enhance the effectiveness of other antihypertensive drugs."

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How to identify this pill

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R 20 Pill — PINK ROUND, 5mm — Hydrochlorothiazide

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