LU M56 Pill — BLUE ROUND, 9mm — Metronidazole
| Imprint | LU / M56 |
|---|---|
| Colour | BLUE |
| Shape | ROUND |
| Size | 9 |
| Strength | METRONIDAZOLE 250 mg |
| Dosage form | Tablet, Coated |
| Manufacturer | Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |
| NDC | 68180-683 |
| Schedule | — |
| Availability | — |
| Ingredients | METRONIDAZOLE[METRONIDAZOLE] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "LU M56" 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
Metronidazole
Uses and warnings
Drug classSynthetic nitroimidazole antimicrobial" that is bactericidal, amebicidal, and trichomonacidal; after reduction inside susceptible anaerobic organisms it forms "a short-lived nitroso free radical" that interacts with...
Read the full drug profile →How to identify this pill
- • Check the imprint matches exactly: "LU M56".
- • Confirm the colour (BLUE) and shape (ROUND).
- • Compare the size (9) 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 ef27e57b-914e-4626-9eba-d289757f103a.xml