M 5 Pill — YELLOW ROUND, 5mm — Simvastatin
| Imprint | M / 5 |
|---|---|
| Colour | YELLOW |
| Shape | ROUND |
| Size | 5 |
| Strength | SIMVASTATIN 5 mg |
| Dosage form | Tablet, Film Coated |
| Manufacturer | Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. |
| NDC | 0378-5401 |
| Schedule | — |
| Availability | — |
| Ingredients | SIMVASTATIN[SIMVASTATIN] |
What does this imprint mean?
The imprint "M 5" 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: "M 5".
- • Confirm the colour (YELLOW) and shape (ROUND).
- • Compare the size (5) 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 ef16c8d5-0995-4cc3-8efe-07021d5fa567.xml