The red, capsule-shaped, oblong pill bearing the imprint 261 WYETH is identified as Mepergan fortis 50 mg / 25 mg. Wyeth is the supplier of it.
Mepergan Fortis is a member of the narcotic analgesic combination medication class and is used to relieve pain. The medicine has not been categorized by the FDA as risky during pregnancy. The Controlled Substance Act (CSA) lists mepergan Fortis 50 mg / 25 mg as a Schedule 2 controlled substance.
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Attribute | Details |
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Availability | Prescription only |
Drug Class | Narcotic analgesic combinations |
Pregnancy Category | N – Not classified |
CSA Schedule | 2 – High potential for abuse |
Labeler / Supplier | Wyeth |