How does Inmecin (Indomethacin) work:

Inmecin (Indomethacin) is used to relieve the inflammation, swelling, stiffness and joint pain associated with moderate or severe rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. It is also used to treat bursitis, tendinitis, acute gouty arthritis, and other kinds of pain.

Dosage & Administration:

Inmecin should be taken with food or an antacid, with a full glass of water. Never take on an empty stomach. Take Inmecin exactly as prescribed by your physician. If you are using Rheumacin (Indocin) for arthritis, it should be taken regularly. Do not lie down for about 20 to 30 minutes after taking Rheumacin (Indocin). This helps prevent irritation that could lead to trouble in swallowing.

Side Effects:

• abdominal pain
• constipation
• depression
• diarrhea
• dizziness
• fatigue
• headache
• heartburn
• nausea
• ringing in the ears
• sleepiness or excessive drowsiness
• stomach pain or upset
• vertigo
• vomiting
• anemia
• anxiety
• asthma
• behavior disturbances
• bloating
• blurred vision
• breast changes
• changes in heart rate
• chest pain
• coma
• congestive heart failure
• convulsions
• decrease in white blood cells
• fever
• fluid retention
• flushing
• hair loss
• hepatitis
• high or low blood pressure
• hives
• insomnia
• kidney failure
• labored breathing
• mental confusion
• muscle weakness
• peptic ulcer
• rectal bleeding
• skin peeling
• sweating
• twitching
• vaginal bleeding
• weight gain
• worsening of epilepsy
• yellow eyes and skin

Precautions:

Inmecin prolongs bleeding time. If you are taking blood-thinning medication, this drug should be taken with caution. Your physician should prescribe the lowest possible effective dose. The incidence of side effects increases as dosage increases. Peptic ulcers and bleeding can occur without warning, especially in people over 65. This drug should be used with caution if you have kidney or liver disease, and it can cause liver inflammation in some people. Do not take aspirin or any other anti-inflammatory medications while taking Inmecin, unless your physician tells you to do so. If you have heart disease or high blood pressure, this drug can increase water retention. This drug can mask the symptoms of an existing infection.

Inmecin may cause you to become drowsy or less alert. Do NOT drive a car or operate dangerous machinery or participating in any hazardous activity that requires full mental alertness. Inmecin may also cause confusion and psychosis.