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Indocin Suppositories

Generic Name: Indomethacin Suppositories (IN-doe-METH-a-sin)
Brand Name: Indocin

Indocin Suppositories is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It may cause an increased risk of serious and sometimes fatal heart and blood vessel problems (eg, heart attack, stroke). The risk may be greater if you already have heart problems or if you take Indocin Suppositories for a long time. Do not use Indocin Suppositories right before or after bypass heart surgery.

Indocin Suppositories may cause an increased risk of serious and sometimes fatal stomach ulcers and bleeding. Elderly patients may be at greater risk. This may occur without warning signs.

Indocin Suppositories is used for:

Treating moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. It is used to treat gout or certain types of bursitis and tendonitis. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Indocin Suppositories is an NSAID. Exactly how it works is not known. It may block certain substances in the body that are linked to inflammation. NSAIDs treat the symptoms of pain and inflammation. They do not treat the disease that causes those symptoms.

Do NOT use Indocin Suppositories if:

you are allergic to any ingredient in Indocin Suppositories
you have had a severe allergic reaction (eg, severe rash, hives, trouble breathing, growths in the nose, dizziness) to aspirin or an NSAID (eg, ibuprofen, celecoxib)
you have recently had or will be having bypass heart surgery
you have a history of inflammation of the rectum or anus or recent rectal bleeding
you are taking diflunisal, another NSAID (eg, ibuprofen), or triamterene
you are in the last 3 months of pregnancy

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Indocin Suppositories:

Some medical conditions may interact with Indocin Suppositories. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a history of kidney or liver disease, diabetes, or stomach or bowel problems (eg, bleeding, perforation, ulcers, inflammation)
if you have a history of swelling or fluid buildup, depression, mental or mood problems, seizures, Parkinson disease, asthma, growths in the nose (nasal polyps), or mouth inflammation
if you have high blood pressure, a blood disorder, bleeding or clotting problems, heart problems (eg, heart failure), or blood vessel disease, or if you are at risk for any of these diseases
if you have poor health, dehydration or low fluid volume, low blood sodium levels, or high blood potassium levels, you drink alcohol, or you have a history of alcohol abuse

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Indocin Suppositories. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), diflunisal, heparin, other NSAIDs (eg, ibuprofen), salicylates (eg, aspirin), or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (eg, fluoxetine) because the risk of stomach bleeding may be increased
Potassium-sparing diuretics (eg, spironolactone, triamterene) because the risk of kidney problems or increased blood potassium levels may be increased
Cyclophosphamide because low blood sodium levels may occur
Probenecid because it may increase the risk of Indocin Suppositories"s side effects
Cyclosporine, digoxin, lithium, methotrexate, quinolones (eg, ciprofloxacin), or sulfonylureas (eg, glipizide) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Indocin Suppositories
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (eg, enalapril), angiotensin receptor blockers (eg, losartan), beta-blockers (eg, propranolol), or diuretics (eg, furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide) because their effectiveness may be decreased by Indocin Suppositories

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Indocin Suppositories may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Indocin Suppositories:

Use Indocin Suppositories as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Indocin Suppositories comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Indocin Suppositories refilled.
Wash your hands before and after using Indocin Suppositories.
If the suppository is too soft to use, put it in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes. You may also run cold water over it.
Remove the wrapper. Moisten the suppository with cool water. Lie down on your side. Insert the pointed end of the suppository into the rectum. Use your finger to push it in completely.
If you miss a dose of Indocin Suppositories and you are taking it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Indocin Suppositories.

Important safety information:

Indocin Suppositories may cause dizziness or drowsiness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Indocin Suppositories with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Serious stomach ulcers or bleeding can occur with the use of Indocin Suppositories. Taking it in high doses or for a long time, smoking, or drinking alcohol increases the risk of these side effects. Taking Indocin Suppositories with food will NOT reduce the risk of these effects. Contact your doctor or emergency room at once if you develop severe stomach or back pain; black, tarry stools; vomit that looks like blood or coffee grounds; or unusual weight gain or swelling.
Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
Indocin Suppositories is an NSAID. Before you start taking any new medicine, read the ingredients. If it also has an NSAID (eg, ibuprofen) in it, check with your doctor. If you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not take aspirin while you are using Indocin Suppositories unless your doctor tells you to.
Indocin Suppositories may interfere with certain lab tests. Be sure your doctor and lab personnel know that you take Indocin Suppositories.
Lab tests, including kidney function, complete blood cell counts, and blood pressure, may be done to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Indocin Suppositories with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, including stomach bleeding, kidney problems, confusion, or mental changes.
Indocin Suppositories should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 15 year old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Indocin Suppositories may harm the fetus. Do not use it during the last 3 months of pregnancy. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Indocin Suppositories while you are pregnant. Indocin Suppositories is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while you are taking Indocin Suppositories.

Possible side effects of Indocin Suppositories:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; gas; headache; heartburn; nausea; rectal irritation; stomach upset.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; trouble breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blood in the urine; bloody or black, tarry stools; change in the amount of urine produced; chest pain; confusion; dark urine; depression; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; inability to urinate or pass a stool even though you have the urge; mental or mood changes; numbness of an arm or leg; one-sided weakness; rectal bleeding; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; ringing in the ears; seizures; severe headache or dizziness; severe or persistent stomach pain or nausea; severe vomiting; shortness of breath; sudden or unexplained weight gain; swelling of hands, legs, or feet; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual joint or muscle pain; unusual tiredness or weakness; unusual vaginal bleeding; vision or speech changes; vomit that looks like coffee grounds; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include confusion; decreased urination; loss of consciousness; seizures; severe dizziness or drowsiness; severe headache; severe nausea or stomach pain; slow or troubled breathing; unusual bleeding or bruising; vomit that looks like coffee grounds.

Proper storage of Indocin Suppositories:

Store Indocin Suppositories at room temperature, below 86 degrees F (30 degrees C). Avoid temperatures above 104 degrees F (40 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Indocin Suppositories out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

If you have any questions about Indocin Suppositories, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
Indocin Suppositories is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is summary only. It does not contain all information about Indocin Suppositories. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Issue Date: November 1, 2006

Database Edition 06.4.1.002

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