Indications
Sulinzen is used for the symptomatic treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, periarticular inflammatory disorders, acute painful shoulder, acute gouty arthritis, diabetic neuropathy and diabetic retinopathy.
⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
Pharmacology
Sulindac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that relieves pain, reduces inflammation, and brings down fever, likely by blocking prostaglandin synthetase, the mechanism thought to underlie NSAIDs generally. Once absorbed, sulindac is first oxidised to a sulphone and then reversibly reduced to a sulphide, and it is this sulphide form that is biologically active, working by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy: During the first two trimesters, Sulindac should be used only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the foetus. It is not recommended during the third trimester.
Breastfeeding: It is not known whether Sulindac passes into human milk. The decision to stop breastfeeding or stop the medicine should be made after weighing how important the medicine is to the mother.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.
Side Effects & Interactions
Side Effects
No side-effect data recorded yet.