Indomet 100mg Suppository

Indomet 100mg Suppository contains Indomethacin, which is classified as a Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID). It is primarily used to alleviate pain associated with certain conditions, including:

1. Rheumatoid arthritis: a chronic inflammatory disorder affecting multiple joints, resulting in painful swelling, particularly in the hands and feet.
2. Ankylosing spondylitis: a condition characterized by pain and stiffness in the spine.
3. Osteoarthritis: a degenerative joint disease causing joint pain and swelling.
4. Shoulder pain: associated with bursitis (inflammation of the bursae) and tendinitis (inflammation of tendons).
5. Acute gouty arthritis: an intense form of arthritis causing severe pain, redness, and tenderness in the joints.

During the use of Indomet 100mg Suppository, it is important to avoid alcohol consumption as it can increase the risk of stomach ulcers and bleeding. The medication is not recommended for individuals before or after heart bypass surgery, those with a history of proctitis (inflammation of the anus), recent rectal bleeding, or asthma. Caution should be exercised in patients with kidney, liver, or heart failure, depression or psychiatric disturbances, epilepsy, parkinsonism, high blood pressure, peptic ulcer disease, or a history of gastrointestinal bleeding.

Indomet 100mg Suppositories are not recommended for use in the third trimester of pregnancy, and safety data in the first two trimesters have not been established. If you are breastfeeding, caution should be exercised when using Indomet 100mg Suppository. The medication is not suitable for children below 14 years of age, and it should be used with caution in elderly patients. The most common side effect of Indomet 100mg Suppository is a mild headache, and if this symptom persists or worsens, it is advisable to consult a doctor.