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Revision as of 01:03, 29 September 2020
Catergory: Non-opioid Analgesic (NSAID)
Indometacin, also known as indomethacin, is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug, an NSAID. As an NSAID, indomethacin is an analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic.
Clinical indications for indomethacin include:
- rheumatoid arthritis
- alkylosing spondylitis
- osteoarthritis
- gouty arthritis
It is also be used in mensrual pain, headaches, dental pain, postoperative and postpartum pain.
| Generic Name 藥名 | HA Code 藥物代碼 | Classification藥物分類 |
|---|---|---|
| Indomethacin Capsule 25 mg | P1S1S3
Mechanism of ActionNon-opioid Analgesic (NSAID) Anti-inflammatory agent, Nonselective COX inhibitor, inhibits COX-1 and COX-2 |
