Anti-rheumatic and anti-inflammatory drugs include Indomethacin (ointment). Instructions for use of this drug contain all information about the indications and contraindications, dosage and interaction with other medicines, which must be carefully read to avoid various side effects.
The composition and properties of the ointment
One of the most popular drugs prescribed for the elimination of pain in case of diseases of the musculoskeletal system is Indomethacin (ointment). Instructions for use should be studied in detail before using this tool, it is also necessary to consult a medical specialist. The composition of the ointment includes the active substance - indomethacin, in addition, the drug contains such auxiliary components as urea, dimexide, menthol, 1,2-propylene glycol, polyethylene oxide, as well as nazazol, nipagin and a small amount of water. The drug "Indomethacin" (ointment) has a specific smell and yellowish color. The price of the drug depends on the manufacturer, the volume of packaging. For example, a Bulgarian 10% ointment in a tube of 40 g in different pharmacies costs from 40 to 50 rubles.
The tool is intended, unlike tablets, for external use. After it is applied to a specific area of the skin, the absorption process begins instantly, and after almost five minutes it can be detected in the subcutaneous tissues. The components of the drug penetrate the synovial membrane and joint fluid, where they remain active 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, and is excreted through the kidneys and intestines. A strong analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect is exerted by the drug "Indomethacin" (ointment). Instructions for use provide a list of diseases in which a remedy is prescribed. And these are various injuries and sprains, 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 medication, localized forms of inflammation located in the soft tissues can be removed. And this is bursitis, tendonitis, and tendovaginitis. The tool has been successfully used in the treatment of degenerative diseases and inflammatory processes of the musculoskeletal system. It is prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis, osteochondrosis, deforming osteoarthrosis. In addition, the ointment is an excellent remedy for sciatica and lumbago.
Full information indicates the dosage of the medication "Indomethacin" instruction. An ointment, the price of which is much lower than the cost of some widely advertised anti-inflammatory drugs, is very popular in the fight against bone and joint diseases.
Contraindications
This drug should not be used with individual sensitivity to its components. Also, in the presence of gastric ulcer, intracranial bleeding, severe renal and hepatic impairment, pancreatitis, enterocolitis, congenital heart defects, 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 effects in the future. In addition, the ointment is contraindicated in women during pregnancy and lactation, do not use it for the treatment of children under fourteen years of age.