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Indomethacin 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
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Is the use of Indomethacin safe for pregnant women?
Indomethacin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Indomethacin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Indomethacin. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Indomethacin on the Kidneys?
Effects of Indomethacin on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Indomethacin on the Liver?
Use of Indomethacin may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Indomethacin on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Indomethacin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Indomethacin 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 Indomethacin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Indomethacin habit forming or addictive?
Indomethacin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Indomethacin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Indomethacin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Indomethacin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Indomethacin
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Indomethacin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Indomethacin
Taking Indomethacin with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Indomethacin is not safe for the diabetic patient, may cause harmful effects on them because Indomethacin inhibit the secretion of insulin. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine, if you are diabetic.
Yes, Indomethacin causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Indomethacin 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.
Yes, Indomethacin can cause hair loss (alopecia). It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of hair loss is unknown. If you are experiencing hair loss after taking this drug, then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Indomethacin can increase blood pressure (BP) in some people, if taken a high dose. It may increase the chance of stroke and heart attack. Your healthcare practitioner will regularly monitor your blood pressure from time to time, to make sure that it is safe to use for your condition.
This medicine data has been created by -
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