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Indications & Uses
Rindocin is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Indomethacin is an NSAID with pain-relieving and fever-reducing effects. Clinical and pharmacological studies have confirmed that it has strong anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic action. Unlike corticosteroids, its effect does not depend on the pituitary gland or the adrenal glands. Taken by mouth, it is absorbed quickly, with peak blood levels reached within about 2 hours. Roughly two-thirds of the drug is passed out in the urine and the rest in the stool, with about 90% of a single dose cleared from the body within 24 to 48 hours. In controlled clinical trials, Indomethacin has shown real benefit in treating rheumatic conditions, easing pain, reducing joint swelling, and improving joint movement.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
75 mg sustained-release capsule: For rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease), the usual starting dose is one 75 mg sustained-release capsule once daily. If the condition is severe, the dose goes up to twice daily. For acute attacks of gout, a dose of one 75 mg sustained-release capsule twice daily may bring things under control. For acute non-articular rheumatism (bursitis, synovitis, tendinitis), take 1 to 2 sustained-release capsules daily, depending on how severe the case is.
25 mg capsule: In rheumatic diseases, the dose is 50 to 200 mg daily, divided into several doses. For acute gout, it is 150 to 200 mg daily, also in divided doses. For dysmenorrhea (painful periods), the dose can go up to 75 mg daily.
Side Effects
Headaches, usually occurring 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 with a reduction of the dose. A rare case of mild psychic disturbance has also been reported, subsiding after a few days of treatment. Gastrointestinal reactions such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and epigastric and abdominal pain are often due to large doses of the drug and disappear when the dose is reduced. Taking the capsule immediately after meals, with an antacid if necessary, helps minimize the frequency and severity of these effects.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Indoseem capsule should be used carefully in patients with psychiatric problems, epilepsy, or parkinsonism, as it may worsen these conditions. It is not recommended during pregnancy, as clinical studies to date remain insufficient to establish its safety. Indoseem is also not normally given to newborns, except when used to help close a patent ductus arteriosus.
Contraindications
Indomethacin should not be used in patients with an ulcer, gastritis, or active ulcerative colitis, and it should be used with caution in those with a history of these conditions; in such cases, Indomethacin suppositories are the preferred option. It should also not be used in patients who have previously shown hypersensitivity to it.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not recommended during pregnancy, as there isn't yet enough clinical evidence to confirm it's safe.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Use in Special Populations
Indomethacin is not recommended for children.
Storage
Keep Indomethacin in a cool, dry place, away from light. Store it where children can't reach it.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about Rindocin 25 mg
What is Rindocin 25 mg Capsule?
Rindocin 25 mg Capsule is a medicine that contains Indomethacin. It is made by Apex Pharma Ltd. It belongs to the Drugs for Osteoarthritis group of medicines.
What is Rindocin used for?
Rindocin is used for: Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Gout.
What are the side effects of Rindocin?
Headaches, usually occurring 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 with a reduction of the dose.
Can I take Rindocin during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Not recommended during pregnancy, as there isn't yet enough clinical evidence to confirm it's safe. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
How should I store Rindocin?
Keep Indomethacin in a cool, dry place, away from light. Store it where children can't reach it.
Can I take other medicines with Rindocin?
Some medicines can interact with Indomethacin, for example: Bumetanide, Chlorthalidone, Febuxostat, Lithium Carbonate, Furosemide + Spironolactone, Atenolol. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Do I need a prescription for Rindocin?
Rindocin is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.