Indomethacin

Description

Indomethacin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used in adults and children at least 14 years old to treat signs and symptoms caused by certain types of arthritis such as moderate to severe osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis.

Indomethacin is also used to treat shoulder pain caused by bursitis or tendonitis.

Extended-release indomethacin should not be used to treat gouty arthritis.

Indomethacin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.