Indométacine pour la douleur et l'inflammation

A propos de l'indométacine

What is indometacin used for?

Indometacin a type of anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat painful conditions such as arthritis, sprains and strains, back pain, period (menstrual) pain, and gout pain.

How does indometacin work?

Indometacin works by blocking the effect of chemicals in your body, called cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes. These enzymes help to make other chemicals in the body, called prostaglandins.

Some prostaglandins are produced at sites of injury or damage, and cause pain and inflammation. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, fewer prostaglandins are produced, which means pain and inflammation are eased.

Side effects of indometacin

Common side effects of indometacin are:

• Indigestion.

• heartburn.

• Douleur à l'estomac.

• Feeling sick or vomiting.

• Diarrhée ou constipation.

• Sensation de vertige.

Vous trouverez une liste complète dans la notice d'information du fabricant fournie avec votre médicament.

Les effets indésirables s'atténuent souvent au fur et à mesure que votre corps s'adapte au nouveau médicament, mais parlez-en à votre médecin ou à votre pharmacien si l'un des effets suivants persiste ou devient gênant.

How to manage indometacin side effects

Who should not take indometacin?

Certains médicaments ne conviennent pas aux personnes souffrant de certaines affections, et parfois un médicament ne peut être utilisé que si l'on prend des précautions supplémentaires. Pour ces raisons, avant de commencer à prendre de l'indométacine, il est important que votre médecin le sache :

• Si vous souffrez d'asthme ou de tout autre trouble allergique.

• If you have ever had a stomach or duodenal ulcer, or if you have an inflammatory bowel disorder such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.

• Si vous êtes enceinte ou si vous allaitez.

• Si vous avez plus de 65 ans.

• Si vous avez des problèmes hépatiques ou rénaux.

• Si vous souffrez d'une maladie cardiaque ou d'un problème de vaisseaux sanguins ou de circulation.

• If you have high blood pressure.

• Si vous avez un taux de glycémie ou de cholestérol élevé.

• Si vous êtes fumeur.

• If you have epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, or a mental health problem.

• Si vous avez des problèmes de coagulation sanguine.

• Si vous souffrez d'une maladie du tissu conjonctif, telle que le lupus érythémateux disséminé. Cette maladie est également appelée lupus ou LED.

• Si vous prenez d'autres médicaments. Cela inclut tous les médicaments que vous prenez et qui sont disponibles sans ordonnance, tels que les médicaments à base de plantes et les médicaments complémentaires.

• If you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other NSAID (such as aspirin, naproxen, diclofenac, and ibuprofen), or to any other medicine.

Comment prendre l'indométacine

• Before starting indometacin, read the patient information leaflet inside the pack. It explains the strength of your capsules and lists possible side effects.

• Take indometacin exactly as your doctor has advised. Your dose and how often to take it will be shown on the label. Ask your pharmacist if you are unsure.

• Take the capsules with food or after a snack to reduce the risk of indigestion. Swallow them with a drink if needed.

• If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is nearly time for the next one. Do not take two doses at the same time.

Tirer le meilleur parti de votre traitement

• Your doctor will prescribe the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time to reduce side effects. If you need long-term treatment, you may also be given medicine to protect your stomach.

• Keep any regular appointments with your doctor so they can check your progress, especially if you are taking indometacin long term.

• If you have asthma, anti-inflammatory medicines can sometimes worsen breathing symptoms. Stop taking indometacin and contact your doctor if this happens.

• Check with a pharmacist before taking any other medicines, including cold and flu remedies, as some contain anti-inflammatory painkillers that should not be taken with indometacin.

• Tell your doctor, dentist, or surgeon about all the medicines you are taking before any treatment or operation.

Comment conserver l'indométacine

• Conservez tous les médicaments hors de la portée et de la vue des enfants.

• Conserver dans un endroit frais et sec, à l'abri de la chaleur et de la lumière directes.

Informations importantes sur tous les médicaments

Questions fréquemment posées

How long does it take for indomethacin to work?

Indomethacin usually starts working within 1-2 hours after taking a dose. For ongoing conditions, it may take a few days of regular use to feel the full effect.

Can you drink alcohol with indomethacin?

You should avoid or limit alcohol while taking indomethacin. Drinking alcohol can increase the risk of stomach irritation, ulcers, and bleeding, and make other side effects worse.

Is it safe to take indomethacin during pregnancy?

Indomethacin is not recommended during pregnancy, especially after 20 weeks as it may cause serious complications for the unborn baby, including kidney and heart problems.

Is indomethacin a strong painkiller?

Indomethacin is considered a strong anti-inflammatory painkiller compared with many other NSAIDs. It is often used for more severe pain and inflammation, but it can cause more side effects, so it is usually prescribed with care.

How much stronger is indomethacin than ibuprofen?

Indomethacin is generally considered stronger than ibuprofen at reducing inflammation and pain. Because it is more potent, it is often used when ibuprofen has not been effective, but it also carries a higher risk of side effects.