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VERQUVO 2.5 mg/1

vericiguat · TABLET, FILM COATED · Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

No Recall History
Plain English

Vericiguat is a prescription tablet used to reduce the risk of hospitalization in patients with heart failure who have recently had a heart attack or worsening heart failure symptoms. It works by stimulating an enzyme called soluble guanylate cyclase to help improve heart function.

Key Facts

Brand Name
VERQUVO
Generic Name
vericiguat
NDC Code (Product)
0006-5028
Manufacturer
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
Strength
2.5 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET, FILM COATED
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA214377
Drug Class
Soluble Guanylate Cyclase Stimulator [EPC]
Marketing Start
02/01/2021

Recall History

No Recall History

Frequently Asked Questions

What is VERQUVO used for?

Vericiguat is a prescription tablet used to reduce the risk of hospitalization in patients with heart failure who have recently had a heart attack or worsening heart failure symptoms. It works by stimulating an enzyme called soluble guanylate cyclase to help improve heart function.

Is VERQUVO a controlled substance?

VERQUVO is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for VERQUVO?

The generic name for VERQUVO is vericiguat. There are no other listed brand versions of vericiguat.

What is the NDC code for VERQUVO 2.5 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for VERQUVO 2.5 mg/1 is 0006-5028, listed by Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC.

Product NDC

0006-5028

Package NDC

0006-5028-01

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