Indocin

What is Indocin?

Indocin (NSAID) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.Indocin can be used to treat moderate-to-severe osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. It is also effective in treating gouty arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. This medication is also used for shoulder pain that's caused by tendinitis or bursitis.

Indocin Extended-Release (indocinsr) should not treat gouty arthritis.Indocin can be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.

Side effects of Indocin

If you experience symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as hives, difficulty breathing, swelling on your face or in your throat, or a severe reaction to the skin (fever or sore throat with burning eyes, skin rash, blistering or peeling skin, or red or purple rash), seek emergency medical attention.Seek immediate medical attention if you experience these symptoms.

If you experience a serious reaction to Indocin, stop using it and consult a doctor. Symptoms can include a skin rash, fever, or swollen lymph glands. Other symptoms may include severe weakness, unusual bruises, or yellowing in the skin or eyes.

Indocin can cause serious side effects. Indocin should be stopped immediately, and you should call your doctor if:

• A skin rash is a rash on the skin, regardless of how mild it may be.
• Changes in your vision
• Heart problems: swelling, rapid weight gain, and feeling short of breath.
• Signs of liver or pancreas disease include: loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (which may spread up to your back), unusual fatigue, itching (flu-like symptoms), dark urine, and yellowing of the skin or eye;
• Signs of stomach bleeding include bloody or tarry stool, vomiting that looks like coffee, or coughing up a lot of blood.
• If you have kidney problems, it could be that your urine is not as frequent, or you are experiencing swelling of the feet or ankles or feeling tired.
• Low red blood cells (anemia)--pale or unusually tired skin, feeling lightheaded or short-of-breath, cold hands and/or feet

Indocin can cause the following side effects:

• Indigestion, nausea;
• Headache

There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. The FDA can be contacted at 1-800-FDA-1088 to report side effects.

Warnings

Indocin may increase your risk of a fatal stroke or heart attack, even if there are no risk factors. Indocin should not be used before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary arterial bypass graft, or CABG).Indocin can also cause fatal stomach or intestinal bleeding. You may not be aware of these conditions if you use this medication, particularly if you are older.

Before you take this drug

Indocin may increase your risk of a fatal heart attack or stroke even if there are no risk factors. This medicine should not be used before or immediately after heart bypass surgery.Indocin can also cause fatal stomach or intestinal bleeding. You may not be aware of these conditions if you use this medication, particularly if you are older.

Indocin should not be used if it is allergic to you, if your asthma attack was aspirin, or if you had a severe allergic reaction when you took an NSAID or an aspirin.Tell your doctor about any of the following:

• High blood pressure, heart disease
• A heart attack, stroke, or blood clot
• Fluid retention;
• Bleeding problems
• Stomach ulcers or bleeding
• Asthma;
• Liver or kidney disease
• If you smoke.

Do not take Indocin if you are pregnant unless you have been told to by your doctor. Nsaids can cause kidney or heart problems for the unborn child and other complications during pregnancy.This medicine can temporarily reduce fertility in women.

Breastfeeding may not be possible while taking this medication. You should ask your doctor if there are any risks.Indocin should not be used by anyone under the age of 14.

How to take Indocin?

Read all the instructions on the label of your medication and follow them. Use the lowest effective dose to treat your condition.Do not open, crush, chew, or break the capsule.Before measuring a dose, shake the orally suspended liquid. Use the provided dosing device or a dose-measuring tool (not a spoon).

If you change brands, strengths, or forms of Indocin, your dose requirements may change. Use only the strength and form prescribed by your doctor to avoid medication errors.You may need to undergo frequent medical tests if you take this medication for a long time.

Tell your surgeon, if you are considering surgery, that you use this medication. You may have to stop using this medicine for a while.Store away from moisture or heat at room temperature. Don't allow liquid medicines to freeze.

What happens if I miss the dose?

If you are almost due for your next dose, skip the missed one. Never take two doses of the same medicine at once.

What happens if I overdose?

Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.The symptoms of an overdose may include nausea, vomiting, and severe drowsiness.

What should be avoided?

Avoid alcohol. Avoid alcohol.Aspirin should only be taken if your doctor recommends it.They may contain ingredients similar to Indocin (such as aspirin or naproxen). These medicines may contain similar ingredients to Indocin.

Interaction with other drug

Before using Indocin, ask your doctor if you are taking an antidepressant. Certain antidepressants may cause you to bruise or bleed easily.

Before using Indocin in conjunction with other medications, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

• Cyclosporine;
• Lithium;
• Methotrexate;
• Probenecid;
• Heart or blood pressure medications, including diuretics or "water pills";
• A blood thinner: warfarin Coumadin Jantoven
• Other nsaids include aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, celecoxib (Aleve), diclofenac (Diclofenac), meloxicam (Aleve), and many others.

This list is incomplete. Indocin may be affected by other drugs, such as vitamins and herbs. This list does not include all possible drug interactions.