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Indofen 25 mg Tablet Substitute
Verified Ingredients and Effects
Composition:
INDOMETHACIN-25MG
Uses:
Osteoarthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Rheumatoid arthritis
Medicinal Benefits:
Indofen 25 mg Tablet belongs to the group of pain killers known as NSAID's (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs). Indofen 25 mg Tablet is used to relieve symptoms caused by osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and rheumatoid arthritis such as stiffness, swelling and joint pain. Indofen 25 mg Tablet is also used to treat acute gouty arthritis, musculoskeletal pain, lower back pain, period pain, pain following joint and bone surgery. Indofen 25 mg Tablet works by blocking the effect of a chemical messenger in your body, known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes that make another chemical 'prostaglandins' (PG). These prostaglandins are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, lesser PGs are produced, which reduces mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site.
FAQs
Indofen 25 mg Tablet works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers (prostaglandin), thereby helps in reducing joint pain, stiffness, swelling and inflammation.
Indofen 25 mg Tablet causes drowsiness, dizziness, tiredness and vision disturbances. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or drowsy.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Indofen 25 mg Tablet . Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fibre if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience excess diarrhoea consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Do not take Indofen 25 mg Tablet for longer durations or high doses as it may cause a heart attack or stroke. Do not exceed the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
Indofen 25 mg Tablet may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke. Do not use Indofen 25 mg Tablet immediately before or after heart surgery. Consult your doctor before taking Indofen 25 mg Tablet if you have/ had heart problems.
Avoid or limit consumption of alcohol with Indofen 25 mg Tablet as it increases the chances of stomach ulcers and bleeding.
Indofen 25 mg Tablet may affect laboratory test results. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Indofen 25 mg Tablet .
Indofen 25 mg Tablet may affect fertility. However, the effect is reversible on stopping Indofen 25 mg Tablet . Consult your doctor before taking Indofen 25 mg Tablet if you are planning to become pregnant. It is important not to become pregnant while using Indofen 25 mg Tablet and for at least 1 month after stopping Indofen 25 mg Tablet as it can cause harm to the unborn baby or fetus. Women can be given a reminder card from the doctor about this.
The common side effects of Indofen 25 mg Tablet include skin becoming more sensitive to sunlight, dry eyes, dry throat, dry nose and nosebleeds, headaches and general aches and pains. Besides this, in the rare case, it can cause depression and even make people feel suicidal.
