alza 18 Pill — YELLOW OVAL, 12mm — Methylphenidate

Imprint	alza / 18
Colour	YELLOW
Shape	OVAL
Size	12
Strength	Methylphenidate hydrochloride 18 mg
Dosage form	Tablet, Extended Release
Manufacturer	Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
NDC	50458-585
Schedule	CII
Availability	Prescription only
Ingredients	Methylphenidate hydrochloride[Methylphenidate]

What does this imprint mean?

The imprint "alza 18" 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

Methylphenidate

Uses and warnings

Drug class"Mild central nervous system (CNS) stimulant" that "presumably activates the brain stem arousal system and cortex to produce its stimulant effect," though its precise mechanism of therapeutic action in ADHD is...

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How to identify this pill

• Check the imprint matches exactly: "alza 18".
• Confirm the colour (YELLOW) and shape (OVAL).
• Compare the size (12) against a ruler if possible.
• When in doubt, confirm with a pharmacist before taking any medication.

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