Indomethacin (Oral Route)

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Indomethacin (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Indocin
  • Indocin SR

Description

Indomethacin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat mild to moderate pain and help relieve symptoms of arthritis (e.g., osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis) or gout, such as inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain. However, this medicine does not cure arthritis and will help you only as long as you continue to take it.

Indomethacin is also used to treat ankylosing spondylitis, which is a type of arthritis that affects the joints in the spine. This medicine may also be used to treat painful shoulder caused by bursitis or tendinitis.

Indomethacin may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Capsule
  • Suspension
  • Capsule, Extended Release
Before Using

DR602195

Portions of this document last updated:

Nov. 1, 2009

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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