The pill with the imprint E 318 is a prescription generic medication manufactured by Epic Pharma, LLC. It is widely prescribed for the management of primary hypertension (high blood pressure) and to reduce edema (fluid retention) caused by conditions like congestive heart failure, liver cirrhosis, or renal dysfunction.
The pill with the imprint E 318 is Methadone Hydrochloride 10 mg, manufactured by Epic Pharma LLC (formerly West-Ward Pharmaceuticals).
Methadone is a synthetic, long-acting opioid agonist. It is classified as a Schedule II controlled substance in the United States, meaning it has a high potential for abuse and severe psychological or physical dependence, but also has accepted medical uses. It is primarily prescribed for the management of severe chronic pain or as part of a comprehensive treatment program for opioid use disorder (OUD).