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Inmeth Suppositories 5's, Pack of 5 SuppositoryS
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Composition :

INDOMETHACIN-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Hetero Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

RECTAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANALGESICS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

2Nd Floor, 8-3-166/7/1 Erragadda, Hyderabad-500018
Other Info - INM0034

Author Details

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Reviewed By

Veda Maddala

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Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:45 AM IST

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FAQs

Inmeth Suppositories works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers (prostaglandin), thereby helps in reducing joint pain, stiffness, swelling and inflammation.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Inmeth Suppositories. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you have severe diarrhoea consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Do not take Inmeth Suppositories for longer durations or high doses as it may increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Do not exceed the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.

Inmeth Suppositories may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke. Do not use Inmeth Suppositories immediately before or after heart surgery. Consult your doctor before using Inmeth Suppositories if you have/ had heart problems.

Inmeth Suppositories may affect laboratory test results. Inform the person doing the tests that you are using Inmeth Suppositories.

Inmeth Suppositories may affect fertility. However, the effect is reversible on stopping Inmeth Suppositories. Consult your doctor before using Inmeth Suppositories if you are planning to become pregnant.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Inmeth Suppositories. Alcohol intake, along with Inmeth Suppositories, may cause increased dizziness. It may also elevate the risk of stomach bleeding.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

It is not recommended to use Inmeth Suppositories while you are pregnant. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or if you are having any concerns regarding this.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

It is not recommended to use Inmeth Suppositories while you are breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding or if you are having any concerns regarding this.

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Driving

Caution

Inmeth Suppositories may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Inmeth Suppositories is not recommended for children as efficacy and safety have not been established.

Reference

  1. https://www.nps.org.au/assets/medicines/acf8856d-f8c1-49fc-956c-a53300ff7736.pdf
  2. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=a8ed14ef-cd4b-3be7-0b5f-b677c72d2e88
  3. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2016/017814s041s042lbl.pdf

About Inmeth Suppositories

Inmeth Suppositories belongs to the group of pain killers known as NSAID's (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) used to relieve symptoms caused by osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and rheumatoid arthritis such as stiffness, swelling and joint pain. Inmeth Suppositories is also used to treat acute gouty arthritis and bursitis and/or tendinitis (painful shoulder).

Inmeth Suppositories contains 'Indomethacin' that works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, lesser prostaglandins are produced, which reduces mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site.

You are advised to take Inmeth Suppositories for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as headache, dizziness, indigestion, and nausea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

If you have had any recent heart surgery, do not use Inmeth Suppositories as it may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke. Inmeth Suppositories may also increase the chances of stomach ulcers and bleeding. Do not use Inmeth Suppositories if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Inmeth Suppositories may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Inmeth Suppositories is not recommended for children below 14 years as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Inmeth Suppositories as it could lead to increased dizziness; it might also increase the risk of stomach bleeding.

Uses of Inmeth Suppositories

Osteoarthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Rheumatoid arthritis

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Medicinal Benefits

Inmeth Suppositories belongs to the group of pain killers known as NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs). Inmeth Suppositories is used to relieve symptoms caused by osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and rheumatoid arthritis such as stiffness, swelling and joint pain. Inmeth Suppositories is also used to treat acute gouty arthritis and bursitis and/or tendinitis (painful shoulder). Inmeth Suppositories works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, lesser prostaglandins are produced, which reduces mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site.

Directions for Use

Check the label for directions before use. Lie down on your left side and raise your right knee to the chest. Remove the wrapper and insert the pointed end of the suppository into the rectum. Wash your hands thoroughly after use.

Side Effects of Inmeth Suppositories

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Vomiting
  • Constipation

Drug Warnings

Do not take Inmeth Suppositories if you are allergic to Inmeth Suppositories. Inform your doctor if you are due to undergo heart bypass surgery (CABG) or graft surgery, have severe heart failure, history of proctitis (inflammation of the lining of the rectum) or recent rectal bleeding, or have suffered bleeding problems such as bleeding from the stomach or bowels while taking any pain killers or if you have liver or kidney problems. Do not take Inmeth Suppositories if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Inmeth Suppositories causes dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Inmeth Suppositories is not recommended for children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Inmeth Suppositories as it could lead to increased dizziness and might increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Stop taking Inmeth Suppositories and consult your doctor immediately if you have stomach pain or any signs of bleeding in the intestine or stomach like blood in stools.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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IndometacinCidofovir
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IndometacinKetorolac
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IndometacinCidofovir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Inmeth Suppositories:
Co-administration of Indomethacin with Cidofovir can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Inmeth Suppositories with Cidofovir is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be used if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, decreased hunger, increased or decreased urination, weight gain or loss that occurs suddenly, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, cramping in the muscles, weakness, confusion, and irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
IndometacinKetorolac
Critical
How does the drug interact with Inmeth Suppositories:
Co-administration of Ketorolac together with Indomethacin may increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding, and ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Inmeth Suppositories with Ketorolac is not recommended, as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
IndometacinMefenamic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inmeth Suppositories:
The combined use of Inmeth Suppositories and mefenamic acid can increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and rarely, perforation.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Inmeth Suppositories with Mefenamic acid together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
IndometacinDabigatran etexilate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inmeth Suppositories:
Using Indomethacin with Dabigatran etexilate can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Inmeth Suppositories with Dabigatran etexilate together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
IndometacinEdoxaban
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inmeth Suppositories:
Using Inmeth Suppositories with Edoxaban can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Inmeth Suppositories with Edoxaban together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
IndometacinDasatinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inmeth Suppositories:
Using Dasatinib together with Inmeth Suppositories may increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Inmeth Suppositories with Dasatinib can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience bruising, dizziness, red or black, tarry stools, severe headache, and weakness, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
IndometacinNaproxen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inmeth Suppositories:
Co-administration of Inmeth Suppositories with Naproxen can increase the risk or severity of gastric bleeding, ulceration, and perforation leading to serious blood loss.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Inmeth Suppositories with Naproxen together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
IndometacinLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inmeth Suppositories:
Taking leflunomide together with indomethacin may raise the risk of liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, indomethacin can be taken with Leflunomide, if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, exhaustion, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, light stools, and skin or eye yellowing, decreased hunger, consult a doctor.
IndometacinMeloxicam
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inmeth Suppositories:
The combined use of Inmeth Suppositories and meloxicam can increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and rarely, perforation.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Inmeth Suppositories with Meloxicam together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
IndometacinGlimepiride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inmeth Suppositories:
Taking indomethacin with glimepiride may increase the risk of low blood sugar.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, glimepiride can be taken with indomethacin if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience symptoms of low blood sugar such as headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, confusion, tremor, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, and rapid heartbeat.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Physical activity helps in strengthening muscles and relieves joint stiffness. Gentle activities like 20-30minutes of walking or swimming would be helpful.
  • Performing yoga may also help in improving joint flexibility and pain management.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
  • Get adequate sleep as resting the muscles can help in reducing inflammation and swelling.
  • Follow heat or cold therapy, apply a cold or hot compress on the joints for 15-20minutes regularly.
  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listen to soothing music.
  • Acupuncture, massage and physical therapy may also be helpful.
  • Eat food rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
  • Foods containing flavonoids help in reducing inflammation. These include soy, berries, broccoli, grapes and green tea.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

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