GENERIC

Indomethacin (Rectal)

Indications

Reumacid suppository is indicated for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease), gout, acute non-articular rheumatism (bursitis, synovitis, tendinitis).

Pharmacology

Indomethacin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) having properties of antipyretic and analgesic effects. A great number of pharmacological studies have proved that Indomethacin has strong anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic properties. Unlike the corticosteroids, the effect of Indomethacin is not related to the pituitary gland or the adrenals.

Dosage and administration

100 mg at night and in the morning if required.

Interactions

It may interact with anticoagulants, lithium, diuretics, Beta-blockers, diflunisal, aspirin, probenecid and sulfonylureas.

Contraindications

It is contraindicated in previously hypersensitive patient.

Side effects

Headache, usually in the morning and mild vertigo may occur during the early weeks of therapy. These symptoms are transient and usually disappear with continued use or by reduction of the dose. Gastrointestinal reactions such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, epigastric and abdominal pain are often due to large doses of the drug and disappear when the dose is reduced.

Pregnancy and lactation

Not recommended for pregnant women, because at the present time clinical studies are insufficient.

Storage

Keep in a cool place, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Clinical information is taken from the most complete brand listing (Reumacid); it applies to the active ingredient.

Brands of Indomethacin (Rectal)

Brands of Indomethacin (Rectal)
#BrandCompanyFormStrengthPrice
1Indo-AACME Laboratories Ltd.Suppository100 mg৳ 7.04per unit
2IndometOpsonin Pharma Ltd.Suppository100 mg৳ 8.00per unit
3ReumacidAristopharma Ltd.Suppository100 mg৳ 9.00per unit

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