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Indomethacin-Oral Cap,tab

Indomethacin-Oral Cap,tab



Indomethacin treats the pain, swelling and stiffness associated with arthritis, gout, bursitis or tendonitis.

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Indomethacin-Oral Cap,tab
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Uses
Indomethacin treats the pain, swelling and stiffness associated with arthritis, gout, bursitis or tendonitis.


Storage
  • Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include severe stomach pain, coffee ground-like vomit, dark stool, ringing in the ears, change in amount of urine, unusually fast or slow heartbeat, muscle weakness, slow or shallow breathing, confusion, severe headache or loss of consciousness.

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How To Use
  • Take with food or immediately after meals to prevent stomach upset.
  • Take Indomethacin with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise.
  • Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking Indomethacin.
  • Sustained release or long acting preparations must be swallowed whole.
  • Do not crush or chew them or the sustained activity may be destroyed and side effects increased.

Side Effects
  • Stomach upset is the most common side effect.
  • If this persists or becomes severe, notify your doctor.
  • Headache, heartburn, loss of appetite, lightheadedness, dizziness, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, nervousness, or drowsiness may occur as your body adjusts to the medication.
  • Notify your doctor promptly if you develop any of these serious side effects while taking Indomethacin: vision changes, ringing in ears/loss of hearing.
  • If you notice any of the following unlikely but very serious side effects, stop taking Indomethacin and consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately: black stools, persistent stomach/ abdominal pain, vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
  • An allergic reaction to Indomethacin is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
  • Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver or kidney disease, blood disorders, ulcers, heart disease, alcohol use, high blood pressure, eye disease, mental disturbances, brain diseases (such as Parkinson s disease), asthma, nasal polyps, any allergies - especially aspirin/NSAID allergy (e.g., ibuprofen, celecoxib).
  • Use caution when performing tasks requiring alertness.
  • Limit alcohol intake as it may intensify the drowsiness effect of Indomethacin.
  • Indomethacin may cause stomach bleeding.
  • Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with Indomethacin, may increase your risk for stomach bleeding.
  • Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
  • Do not take aspirin without consulting your doctor.
  • Check the ingredients of any nonprescription medication you may be taking since many cough-and-cold formulas contain aspirin.
  • Infrequently, Indomethacin may increase the skin s sensitivity to sunlight.
  • If this happens to you, avoid prolonged sun exposure, wear protective clothing and use a sunscreen.
  • Avoid sunlamps.
  • Caution is advised when Indomethacin is used in the elderly.
  • Indomethacin should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.
  • Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
  • Use of Indomethacin during the last 6 months of pregnancy is not recommended.
  • Indomethacin is excreted into breast milk.
  • Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not "double-up the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of: blood thinners (e.g., warfarin), other arthritis medication, water pills (diuretics), lithium.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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