TEVA 5553 Pill — WHITE CAPSULE, 19mm — Dexmethylphenidate

Imprint	TEVA / 5553
Colour	WHITE
Shape	CAPSULE
Size	19
Strength	DEXMETHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE 20 mg
Dosage form	Capsule, Extended Release
Manufacturer	Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
NDC	0093-5553
Schedule	CII
Availability	Prescription only
Ingredients	DEXMETHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE[DEXMETHYLPHENIDATE]

What does this imprint mean?

The imprint "TEVA 5553" 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

Dexmethylphenidate

Uses and warnings

BOXED WARNING: Abuse, Misuse, and Addiction - "Dexmethylphenidate hydrochloride tablets have a high potential for abuse and misuse, which can lead to the development of a substance use disorder, including addiction." "Misuse and abuse of CNS stimulants...can result in overdose and death," particularly "with higher doses or unapproved methods of administration, such as snorting or injection." Other key warnings include sudden death reported in patients with structural cardiac abnormalities, increases in blood pressure and heart rate, psychiatric adverse reactions including new psychosis or mania, priapism, growth suppression in pediatric patients, and exacerbation of glaucoma.

Dexmethylphenidate hydrochloride tablets are indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

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How to identify this pill

• Check the imprint matches exactly: "TEVA 5553".
• Confirm the colour (WHITE) and shape (CAPSULE).
• Compare the size (19) against a ruler if possible.
• When in doubt, confirm with a pharmacist before taking any medication.

TEVA 5553 Pill — WHITE CAPSULE, 19mm — Dexmethylphenidate

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