79 Pill — YELLOW ROUND, 6mm — Rosuvastatin
| Imprint | 79 |
|---|---|
| Colour | YELLOW |
| Shape | ROUND |
| Size | 6 |
| Strength | ROSUVASTATIN CALCIUM 5 mg |
| Dosage form | Tablet, Coated |
| Manufacturer | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Limited |
| NDC | 13668-179 |
| Schedule | — |
| Availability | Prescription only |
| Ingredients | ROSUVASTATIN CALCIUM[ROSUVASTATIN] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "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
Rosuvastatin
Uses and warnings
Drug classHMG Co-A reductase inhibitor (statin)" that inhibits "the rate-limiting enzyme that converts 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A to mevalonate, a precursor of cholesterol.UsesRosuvastatin is indicated to "reduce t...
Read the full drug profile →How to identify this pill
- • Check the imprint matches exactly: "79".
- • Confirm the colour (YELLOW) and shape (ROUND).
- • Compare the size (6) 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 a966e24f-54ed-3249-e053-2a95a90acbc9.xml