"Indomethacin" (ointment): instructions for use, composition and properties of the drug

Anti-rheumatic and anti-inflammatory drugs include "Indomethacin" (ointment). The instructions for use of this drug contain all information about indications and contraindications, dosage and interaction with other medicines, which must be carefully read in order to avoid various side effects.

Composition and properties of the ointment

One of the most popular drugs prescribed to eliminate the pain syndrome in the ailments of the musculoskeletal system is "Indomethacin" (ointment). Instructions for use should be thoroughly studied before using this remedy, it is also necessary to consult a medical specialist. The active ingredient indomethacin is part of the ointment, in addition, the preparation contains auxiliary components such as carbamide, dimexide, menthol, 1,2-propylene glycol, polyethylene oxide, as well as napazin, nipagin and a small amount of water. Has a specific smell and a yellowish color of the drug "Indomethacin" (ointment). The price of the drug depends on the manufacturer, the amount of packaging. For example, the Bulgarian 10% ointment in a tube of 40 g in different pharmacies costs from 40 to 50 rubles. The product is intended, in contrast to tablets, for external use. After it is applied to a specific area of the skin, the suction process begins immediately, and in about five minutes it can be found in the subcutaneous tissues. The components of the drug penetrate into the synovial membrane and joint fluid, where they retain activity for about five to seven days. In the circulatory system, "Indomethacin" binds to plasma proteins, undergoes a metabolic process in the liver, where it forms inactive products, is excreted from the body through the kidneys and intestines. Strong analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect has the drug "Indomethacin" (ointment). Instruction for use lists the diseases in which the remedy is prescribed. And these are various injuries and strains, arthritis, bursitis, osteochondrosis and many others.

Indications for use

Ointment "Indomethacin" has a positive effect in the treatment of inflammation of the tendons, ligaments and joints. Also with the help of this medicine, it is possible to remove the localized forms of inflammation, located in soft tissues. And this is bursitis, tendonitis, and tendovaginitis. The drug is successfully used in the treatment of degenerative diseases and inflammatory processes of the musculoskeletal system. It is prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis, osteochondrosis, deforming osteoarthritis. In addition, the ointment is an excellent remedy for sciatica and lumbago.

Complete information indicates the dosage of the medication "Indomethacin" instruction. Ointment, the price of which is much lower than the cost of some widely advertised anti-inflammatory drugs, is very popular in combating diseases of bones and joints.

Contraindications

Do not use this drug with individual sensitivity to its components. And also in the presence of stomach ulcer, intracranial bleeding, pronounced renal and hepatic disorders, pancreatitis, enterocolitis, congenital heart diseases, the use of such a drug as "Indomethacin" (ointment) is prohibited. Instructions for use of this medication should be carefully read in order to avoid undesirable health consequences in the future. In addition, ointment is contraindicated in women during pregnancy and lactation, do not use it for the treatment of children under fourteen.