ZA 79 Pill — BLUE;BLUE CAPSULE, 19mm — Indomethacin
| Imprint | ZA / 79 |
|---|---|
| Colour | BLUE;BLUE |
| Shape | CAPSULE |
| Size | 19 |
| Strength | INDOMETHACIN 75 mg |
| Dosage form | Capsule, Extended Release |
| Manufacturer | Cadila Healthcare Limited |
| NDC | 70771-1203 |
| Schedule | — |
| Availability | — |
| Ingredients | INDOMETHACIN[INDOMETHACIN] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "ZA 79" 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
Indomethacin
Uses and warnings
BOXED WARNING: Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events - "NSAIDs cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal," with indomethacin contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery; and Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ulceration, and Perforation - "NSAIDs cause an increased risk of serious gastrointestinal adverse events including bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal," with elderly patients at greater risk. Other key warnings/contraindications: known hypersensitivity, aspirin-sensitive asthma, hepatotoxicity, renal toxicity, new-onset or worsening hypertension and heart failure, and fetal toxicity (avoid use at 20 weeks gestation or later).
Indomethacin Capsules are indicated for treatment of moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis, including acute flares of chronic disease; moderate to severe ankylosing spondylitis; moderate to severe osteoarthritis; acute painful shoulder (bursitis and/or tendinitis); and acute gouty arthritis. The label advises using "the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals."
How to identify this pill
- • Check the imprint matches exactly: "ZA 79".
- • Confirm the colour (BLUE;BLUE) and shape (CAPSULE).
- • Compare the size (19) 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 b4e60945-5934-47af-8f61-d322129401be.xml