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Indocid is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Pain. The alternative uses of Indocid have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Indocid. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Indocid as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Indocid normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Indocid's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Indocid has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Indocid related warnings section.
Indocid is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Gastrointestinal Bleeding as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Indocid contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Indocid have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Indocid is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Indocid is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Indocid is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Indocid safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Indocid. If you are pregnant, do not take Indocid without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Indocid safe during breastfeeding?
Indocid may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Indocid on the Kidneys?
Indocid may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Indocid on the Liver?
Indocid may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Indocid on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Indocid. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Indocid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Indocid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Indocid habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Indocid.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Indocid will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Indocid is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Indocid cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Indocid
There is no information on the effects of taking Indocid with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Indocid
Taking alcohol with Indocid can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 682-684
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 202
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Indocin SR (indomethacin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Indocin® I.V. (indomethacin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Indocin® (indomethacin)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 682-684
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 202
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Indocin SR (indomethacin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Indocin® I.V. (indomethacin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Indocin® (indomethacin)
