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Indocap SR 75mg Capsule
Salt Composition: INDOMETHACIN
- Manufacturer: JAGSONPAL PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED
- Pack Size: 10 CAPSULE(s) IN A STRIP
- Dosage Form: CAPSULE
- Strength: 75MG
- Prescription Required
- Storage: Protect from light and moisture Store at 25ËC Keep children away from the sight and reach of this medication.
₹138.00₹152.93
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Product Introduction
Indocap SR 75mg Capsule contains indomethacin as its active component. This medicine belongs to the class of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs). It works by reducing the body's ability to produce inflammation, which is responsible for causing pain and discomfort. Patients with high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, diabetes, heart problems, or a smoking habit; those with asthma, digestive tract disease, liver disease, kidney disease, or blood clotting problems should consult their doctor before starting treatment to avoid potential contraindications caused by the drug. Patients with psychiatric disturbances, epilepsy, and Parkinsonism should be cautious while taking this medicine and are advised to discuss their condition with their doctor. It is important to inform your doctor about any drugs you are taking, including Indocap SR 75mg Capsule, when undergoing blood tests. This helps to ensure accurate interpretation of test results and allows your treatment to be planned according to your specific health needs. If you are taking the medicine for rheumatoid arthritis, your doctor will examine your eyes, and you should consult your doctor if you experience any vision problems. Consult your doctor if you are in the third trimester of pregnancy, plan to become pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are breastfeeding. The safety and effectiveness of this medicine in paediatric patients have not been established, and you should consult your doctor before use.
Uses
Rheumatoid arthritis (disease mainly of the joints) Osteoarthritis (disease of the joints) Ankylosing spondylitis (a form of arthritis which mainly affects the back) Pain, inflammation, and swelling following orthopedic surgery. Musculoskeletal disorders (muscles and bone disorders) Period pain. Low back pain. Disease of the hip joint. Acute gouty arthritis (a form of arthritis in which crystals build up in the joints).
How it works
Indocap SR 75mg Capsule blocks the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX), which is involved in the synthesis of prostaglandin (helps in constriction of blood vessels) resulting in reducing the pain and inflammation in the body.
How to Use
Indocap SR 75mg Capsule should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once or twice daily, depending on your condition. It is best consumed with food or immediately after meals to minimise stomach upset. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of waterâdo not crush, chew, or break it. Try to take it at the same time each day for better results. Do not exceed the recommended dose, and continue taking it for the full prescribed duration, even if you feel better. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it's almost time for your next one; never double the dose.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Allergic reaction (Itching, Rashes, Sensitivity to sunlight, Loss of hair, swollen face, lips, tongue, and throat, difficulty in breathing and swallowing; inflammation of blood or lymph glands; Severe l dizziness) Pass blood in your feces (stools/motions) Pass black stools Blood vomiting Inflammation of the pancreas: symptoms may include severe pain in upper stomach, often with nausea and vomiting. Indigestion or heartburn Abdominal pain Common Headache Dizziness Vertigo (sensation that things around you are moving) Tiredness Nausea Loss of appetite Vomiting Constipation Diarrhea Bleeding Inflammation Burning pain, discomfort, itching, or the feeling
Expert Tips
Consult your healthcare provider if you have a peptic ulcer, are suffering from inflammation of the rectum causing soreness, bleeding, and sometimes a discharge of mucus and pus from your anus, asthma, digestive tract, liver or kidney disease, diabetes, or heart failure before taking the medicine. The medicine is contraindicated for individuals who have go-through coronary artery bypass grafts. Hence, it is advised to ask your doctor. Inform your doctor about your prescribed and non-prescribed medicine before starting taking the medicine.
References
- Aspen Pharma Trading Limited, Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on Dec 2020] [Accessed on 23rd Sep 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/2946/pil#gref
- Iroko Pharmaceuticals, LLC, US, Food and Drug Administration, [Revised on Jul 2019] [Accessed on 21st July 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2019/016059s100lbl.pdf
- Tilo Grosser, Emer M. Smyth, and Garret A. FitzGerald, Pharmacotherapy of Inflammation, Fever, Pain, and Gout, Goodman & Gilmanâs: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, 13th Edition, 2018, 685-709.
- KD Tripathi, Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs and Antipyretic-Analgesics, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, 8th Edition, 2019, 209-226.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: unsafe Do not take this Indocap SR 75mg Capsule if you are in the third trimester of pregnancy or planning to get pregnant or think you may be pregnant. It may cause harm to the unborn baby. Consult your doctor before starting the treatment.
Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Indocap SR 75mg Capsule is safe for patients with lung problems. Inform your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.
Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor There are only limited studies that have been done on whether to take Indocap SR 75mg Capsule during the breastfeeding period. Consult your doctor before starting the treatment.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.