ZC 68 Pill — ORANGE ROUND, 10mm — Venlafaxine
| Imprint | ZC / 68 |
|---|---|
| Colour | ORANGE |
| Shape | ROUND |
| Size | 10 |
| Strength | VENLAFAXINE HYDROCHLORIDE 100 mg |
| Dosage form | Tablet |
| Manufacturer | BluePoint Laboratories |
| NDC | 68001-156 |
| Schedule | — |
| Availability | Prescription only |
| Ingredients | VENLAFAXINE HYDROCHLORIDE[VENLAFAXINE] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "ZC 68" 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
Venlafaxine
Uses and warnings
BOXED WARNING: "Antidepressants increased the risk...of suicidal thinking and behavior (suicidality) in children, adolescents and young adults" in short-term studies. Strong warning about monitoring for worsening depression and suicidal thoughts, especially early in treatment or during dose changes. | Serotonin syndrome risk with concurrent use of MAOIs, triptans, tramadol, or other serotonergic drugs; "venlafaxine treatment is associated with sustained increases in blood pressure in some patients"; angle-closure glaucoma risk from pupillary dilation; seizure risk (0.26% incidence reported); hyponatremia, particularly in elderly patients; abnormal bleeding risk when combined with NSAIDs/anticoagulants.
"Venlafaxine tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder." Used for patients whose symptoms meet DSM diagnostic criteria for major depression.
How to identify this pill
- • Check the imprint matches exactly: "ZC 68".
- • Confirm the colour (ORANGE) and shape (ROUND).
- • Compare the size (10) 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 cb3ee803-5534-451b-bb6f-792805450846.xml