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Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Indomethacin
- Manufactured by : Karachi Pharmaceutical Laboratories
- Drug Strength : 25 mg
- Drug Form : Capsule
- Pack Size : 50x20's
- Product SKU : pg_11268_15613
Indacin capsule contains Indomethacin | belongs to NSAID: Indole
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How it works
Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s works by stopping the body's production of a substance that causes pain, fever, and inflammation.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s
- Acid or sour stomach severe
- Diarrhea severe
- Nausea and Vomiting severe
- Indigestion severe
- Fever with chills severe
- Skin rash severe
- Dizziness severe
- Headache
- Ringing or buzzing in the ears
- Constipation
- Unusual tiredness and weakness rare
Uses of Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Mild to moderate pain
Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s is used to relieve pain of sprains, strains, sports injuries etc.
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Osteoarthritis
Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s is used to treat symptoms like tender and painful joints associated with Osteoarthritis.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s is used to treat symptoms like swelling, pain, and stiffness of joints associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis.
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Ankylosing Spondylitis
Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s is used to treat symptoms like stiffness and pain associated with Ankylosing Spondylitis.
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Bursitis
Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s is used to relieve swelling and pain in joints.
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Tendinitis
Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s is used to relieve pain and swelling associated with the tissue connecting the muscle and bones.
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Acute Gout
Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s is used to relieve swelling and pain associated with Gout.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed in 30 minutes.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4 to 6 hours.
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Safe with Alchohol?
This medicine should not be consumed with alcohol. Symptoms of stomach bleeding (such as the presence of dried and coffee colored blood in cough or stools) should be reported to the doctor immediately.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency have been reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.
When not to use?
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Allergy
Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drugs
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Asthma
Not recommended in patients with the history of NSAID-induced asthma, rhinitis, and urticaria.
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Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)
Not recommended in patients with recent heart surgery.
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Gastro-intestinal bleeding
Not recommended in patients with peptic ulcer disease or any gastrointestinal bleeding disorders.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.
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Gastro-intestinal bleeding
This medicine may cause severe bleeding when taken for a long time. Elderly population with the history of the gastrointestinal disease are at higher risk. Any symptoms of blood in stools and vomiting should be informed to the doctor.
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Impaired kidney function
This medicine is known to cause kidney injury. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary. The dose should be adjusted based on the CrCl.
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Impaired liver function
This medicine is known to cause liver injury. The baseline of liver enzymes should be obtained before starting the treatment. Inform the doctor if any signs of the increase in the liver enzymes appear.
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Effect on heart
Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s can have adverse effects on heart especially after a prolonged duration of use. It could increase the risk of diseases like stroke and heart attack which may be fatal.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. However, the missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for the next dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Methotrexate severe
- Warfarin severe
- Corticosteroids moderate
- Antihypertensives moderate
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severe
Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s should not be taken if you have NSAID-sensitive asthma. Any such history should be reported to the doctor so that appropriate substitution can be done.
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severe
Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s should be taken only after consulting a doctor. Monitoring of blood pressure and heart conditions is necessary on a regular level during the course of therapy.
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severe
Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s can cause these fatal skin allergies without any warnings. Signs and symptoms like rashes, hives, fever or other allergic symptoms should be reported without any delay. This condition requires immediate medical intervention.
General Instructions
Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s should be taken following all labeled instructions. The duration and amount of medicine consumed should be as prescribed by the doctor. It can be taken with food or after food. Drink adequate amount of water to minimize the irritation caused in the stomach.
Other details
- To be taken after food
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- medlineplus.gov - Indomethacin [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a681027.html [cited 7/7/2020]. 2020
How to use Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s
UNLICENSED USE
Children: Relief of pain and inflammation in rheumatic diseases including juvenile idiopathic arthritis: 1 mth-18 yr, 0.5-1 mg/kg twice daily; higher doses may be used under specialist supervision.
what are the adverse effects of Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s?
Gastro-intestinal bleeding, persistent headache (discontinue if occur). Corneal deposits, retinal disturbances (perform periodic eye tests on long term use), melaena, haematemesis, dizziness, CNS effects, blood dyscrasias.
What happens if I miss a dose of Indacin capsule 25 mg 50×20’s?
ORAL: Adults & Children: gt; 14 yr: Rheumatoid Arthritis/Osteoarthritis: Initial: 25 mg every 8 or 12 hr. Titrate: increase by 25-50 mg/day weekly. Max: 200 mg/day.
Bursitis/Tendinitis: 75-150 mg/day given every 8 or 12 hr for 7-14 days.
Acute Gouty Arthritis: 50 mg 3 times daily.
SUPPOSITORY: Adults: 100-200 mg daily or 100 mg at night. Total 200 mg daily. Children: Not recommended.
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