W987 Pill — WHITE CAPSULE, 17mm — Fexofenadine

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Imprint	W987
Colour	WHITE
Shape	CAPSULE
Size	17
Strength	FEXOFENADINE HYDROCHLORIDE 180 mg
Dosage form	Tablet
Manufacturer	P and L Development of New York Corporation
NDC	59726-189
Schedule	—
Availability	—
Ingredients	FEXOFENADINE HYDROCHLORIDE[FEXOFENADINE]

What does this imprint mean?

The imprint "W987" 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

Fexofenadine

Uses and warnings

No boxed warning. Contraindicated in patients with "known hypersensitivity to fexofenadine and any of its ingredients." The label advises fexofenadine "should not be administered simultaneously with aluminum and magnesium containing antacids." In pregnancy, use "only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus," and caution is advised during nursing since excretion into breast milk has not been established.

Indicated in patients 6 years of age and older for: "relief of symptoms associated with seasonal allergic rhinitis" and "treatment of uncomplicated skin manifestations of chronic idiopathic urticaria."

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How to identify this pill

• Check the imprint matches exactly: "W987".
• Confirm the colour (WHITE) and shape (CAPSULE).
• Compare the size (17) against a ruler if possible.
• When in doubt, confirm with a pharmacist before taking any medication.

W987 Pill — WHITE CAPSULE, 17mm — Fexofenadine

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