A 1000 Pill — BLUE CAPSULE, 17mm — Simvastatin
| Imprint | A / 1000 |
|---|---|
| Colour | BLUE |
| Shape | CAPSULE |
| Size | 17 |
| Strength | NIACIN 1000 mg;SIMVASTATIN 20 mg |
| Dosage form | Tablet, Film Coated, Extended Release |
| Manufacturer | AbbVie Inc. |
| NDC | 0074-3455 |
| Schedule | — |
| Availability | — |
| Ingredients | NIACIN[NIACIN];SIMVASTATIN[SIMVASTATIN] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "A 1000" 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
Simvastatin
Uses and warnings
Drug classHMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin)UsesSimvastatin is indicated to: "Reduce the risk of total mortality by reducing risk of coronary heart disease death, non-fatal myocardial infarction and stroke" in high-risk patients...
Read the full drug profile →How to identify this pill
- • Check the imprint matches exactly: "A 1000".
- • Confirm the colour (BLUE) and shape (CAPSULE).
- • Compare the size (17) 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 4c0ef05c-4c14-b5aa-4606-80992c0b066c.xml