February 21, 2007 - 10:17am
Hello all. This is a great site which has been helpful to me in the past. I need a pill identified. It's imprinted with 54879. It's a small round white pill that is scored on the opposite side.
February 21, 2007 - 10:29am
#2
On one site it states that
On one site it states that your pill is Meperidine 50mg, however, I can not find a pic to confirm this
Here is some info about it;
Generic Name: meperidine (me PER i deen)
Brand Names: Demerol HCl
What is meperidine?
• Meperidine is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It relieves pain.
• Meperidine is used to treat moderate-to-severe pain.
• Meperidine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide
Danielle ~~~ in the lovely state of Florida
*** All replies to questions/comments are of my own opinion. I do not and have not ever worked in the medical field.
February 21, 2007 - 10:58am
#3
Here is s picture to confirm
Here is s picture to confirm
Imprint Code: 54 879
Drug/Strength/Manufacturer: Meperidine HCl 50mg - Demerol - Roxane
Description: Tablet - White - Round a schedule II controlled substance
Danielle ~~~ in the sunny state of Florida
*** All replies to questions/comments are of my own opinion. I do not and have not ever worked in the medical field.
February 21, 2007 - 11:15am
#4
Danielle, it might just be
Danielle, it might just be my computer but the picture that you posted is not showing up.
i have confirmed this pill through at least two different sites and i am confident that it is what i originally stated in the initial responce to the OP.
of course a picture will always help and is always good for future posters.
all thoughts and opinions expressed are those of my own and should not be mistaken for medical advice. i am not a doctor nor a pharmacist. all medical questions should be answered by a licensed pharmacist, doctor, or primary care manager.
February 21, 2007 - 11:45am
#5
It showed up on my computer,
It showed up on my computer, then it didn't show up the next time I looked at it. I had this happen with an image I posted as well, but I can't remember which one.
Gtrplayer
54 879 is....
50mg
MEPERIDINE (Demerol®) relieves moderate to severe pain. Meperidine may be used to control pain following surgery, child birth, and other procedures. Meperidine may also be used to treat pain associated with cancer, heart attacks, sickle cell disease and other medical conditions. Federal law prohibits the transfer of meperidine to any person other than the patient for whom it was prescribed. Do not share this medicine with anyone else. Generic meperidine tablets are available.
all thoughts and opinions expressed are those of my own and should not be mistaken for medical advice. i am not a doctor nor a pharmacist. all medical questions should be answered by a licensed pharmacist, doctor, or primary care manager.