Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD, Pulmonology

Yes, Inocin may cause drowsiness. It is common side effects of this drug. However, if you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery to avoid accident or injury.

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS, General Physician

Inocin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to consume this medicine if you don't require it.

Dr. Gaurav MBBS, General Physician

Inocin comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, heart problem, kidney problem, and stomach ulcer.

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS, General Physician

Yes, Inocin is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as difficulty in breathing, intestinal bleeding, and swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS, Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Inocin is a brand name for indomethacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is mainly used as pain-killer to relieve moderate to severe pain in rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, painful shoulder (tendinitis and bursitis), and degenerative hip disease. It is also used for strains, sprains, lower back pain, period pain, and gout.