Indomethacin, marketed under the name Indocid, is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, indicated for the treatment of arthritis, musculoskeletal disorders, muscle pain, menstrual and post-surgery, inflammation, among others.
This medicine is available in tablets, in doses of 26 mg and 50 mg, and can be purchased in pharmacies, for a price of about 23 to 33 reais, upon presentation of a prescription.
What is it for
Indomethacin is indicated for the treatment of:
- Active states of rheumatoid arthritis; Osteoarthritis; Degenerative arthropathy of the hip; Ankylosing spondylitis; Acute gouty arthritis; Musculoskeletal disorders, such as bursitis, tendinitis, synovitis, shoulder capsulitis, sprains and strains; Pain and inflammation in various situations, such as low back pain, post dental and menstrual surgery; inflammation, pain and swelling after orthopedic surgery or procedures to reduce and immobilize fractures and dislocations.
This medicine starts to take effect in about 30 minutes.
How to use
The recommended dose of indomethacin ranges from 50 mg to 200 mg per day, which can be administered in a single or divided dose every 12, 8 or 6 hours. The tablets should be taken preferably after meals.
To avoid unpleasant gastric symptoms, such as nausea or heartburn, one can take an antacid, which should be recommended by the doctor. Learn how to prepare a homemade antacid.
Who should not use
Indomethacin should not be used in people who are hypersensitive to the components of the formula, who suffer from acute asthmatic attacks, hives or rhinitis triggered by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or people with active peptic ulcer or who have ever suffered from an ulcer.
In addition, it should also not be used by pregnant women or women who are breastfeeding, without medical advice.
Possible side effects
Some of the most common side effects that may occur during treatment with indomethacin are headache, dizziness, dizziness, fatigue, depression, dizziness, dispersion, nausea, vomiting, poor digestion, abdominal pain, constipation and diarrhea.
