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Indocid (indomethacin)
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PLEASE READ BOTH SIDES OF THIS LEAFLET CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU USE THESE 'INDOCID' SUPPOSITORIES
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HOW SHOULD YOU USE THE SUPPOSITORIES?
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The back of this leaflet gives instructions on how to use the suppositories.
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KEEP USING 'INDOCID'
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You should keep using the suppositories for as long as your doctor has asked even if all the symptoms have disappeared unless you develop any of the reactions to this medicine described on the back of this leaflet.
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WHY DOES YOUR DOCTOR WANT YOU TO USE 'INDOCID' SUPPOSITORIES?
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YOUR CONDITION
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Your doctor has prescribed ‘Indocid' Suppositories for you because you have a painful condition involving inflammation of joints or muscles. There are a number of different causes - such as arthritis. Your doctor can explain which affects you.
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YOUR TREATMENT
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'Indocid' Suppositories contain a substance called indomethacin. This is one of a group of medicines which are called ‘non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents' . They work by reducing the body's ability to produce inflammation.
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WHEN SHOULD YOU USE THE SUPPOSITORIES?
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You should use your suppositories exactly as your doctor has told you. You should begin by using one suppository at bedtime. This should provide relief from pain and stiffness for most of the following day. If you have more symptoms your doctor may ask you to use another suppository in the morning. You must not use more than you have been told.
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MAKE SURE 'INDOCID' SUPPOSITORIES ARE MEANT FOR YOU
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You should feel satisfied that it is all right for you to use 'Indocid'. Some people - listed on the back of this leaflet - should not use them. Your doctor can give you more information.
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CAN 'INDOCID' CAUSE PROBLEMS?
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Any treatment can cause problems. Most problems with 'Indocid- are minor and are listed on the back of this leaflet. Your doctor can give you more information.
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HOW SHOULD YOU STORE THE SUPPOSITORIES?
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You should keep the suppositories out of the reach of children. For more advice about how to look after your suppositories sec the back of this leaflet.
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THIS IS NOT THE ONLY INFORMATION WE HAVE ABOUT 'INDOCID' SUPPOSITORIES. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS AFTER YOU HAVE READ THIS LEAFLET ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST WHO WILL GIVE YOU MORE INFORMATION.
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MORE ABOUT 'INDOCID' SUPPOSITORIES
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ARE 'INDOCID' SUPPOSITORIES MEANT FOR YOU?
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You should only use the suppositories if your doctor has asked you to. Some people, however, should not use them. Do not use these suppositories if:
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You know you are pregnant.
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You think you could be pregnant.
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You are planning on becoming pregnant stop using the suppositories at least one month before you stop using contraception.
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You are breast-feeding.
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You have an active stomach ulcer or suffer from persistent indigestion.
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You have suffered from stomach ulcers in the past.
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You have suffered from itching, nettle rash, wheezing or swelling of the mouth or eyelids as a reaction to 'Indocid', aspirin or any other similar non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory medicine .
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You have recently had any bleeding or pain in the back passage.
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You suffer from nasal polyps.
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Children should not use the suppositories.
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If you think any of these apply to you, do not use the suppositories. Go and talk to your doctor first and follow his advice.
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HOW TO USE THE SUPPOSITORIES
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Suppositories must not be taken by mouth - they are to be placed in the rectum (the back passage). Empty your bowels (if necessary) before use. Remove the suppository from the foil and, Iying on your back or your side with your knees bent up, push the suppository - pointed end first - up into your back passage. Lie still for a minute or so, then wash your hands. The suppository should remain in place and will dissolve completely.
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WILL THE SUPPOSITORIES SUIT YOU?
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Most people do not suffer any side effects when using 'Indocid' Suppositories. Rarely, some people suffer dizziness or mild headaches, irritation of the back passage, or fluid retention. Usually these symptoms disappear over a short period of time. You should stop using the suppositories if the symptoms do not improve. If you think you are reacting badly (for example, you begin to itch or wheeze, or develop swelling of the mouth or eyes, or abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, bring up blood or produce dark tarry motions), you should stop the suppositories straight away and consult <CB n=2> your doctor. If you suffer from dizziness while using the suppositories, you should not drive or do potentially dangerous activities needing alertness.
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CAN YOU USE 'INDOCID' SUPPOSITORIES WITH OTHER MEDICINES?
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Usually it does not matter if you are taking some other medicines, but you must tell your doctor which they are - even those bought without a doctor's prescription. There are some medicines - such as those used to treat high blood pressure or heart failure, or other anti-inflammatory tablets - which do not mix with 'Indocid'. Your doctor knows about these.
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WHAT ABOUT ALCOHOL?
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Alcohol and 'Indocid' don't interfere with each other. However, as your doctor will have told you, you should always keep your alcohol intake to a minimum .
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WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO USE A SUPPOSITORY?
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Do not worry if you miss one - just carry on with the next dose as normal. Don't use extra to make up.
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STORING YOUR SUPPOSITORIES
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Keep your suppositories out of the reach of children, out of direct sunlight and away from the damp. Don't share them with anybody else. Never put them in another box or container - they might get mixed up. If you have any suppositories left when your doctor tells you to stop using them, return them to your pharmacist. Do not use them if they are past the expiry date on the box.
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WHAT IS IN YOUR SUPPOSITORIES?
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION Active Ingredient: Each 'Indocid' Suppository contains 100 mg of indomethacin BP. Inactive Ingredient: The supporting substance is polyethylene glycol BP
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Product licence holder:
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Merck Sharp &amp; Dohme Limited
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Supplied by:
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Agents in the Republic of Ireland:
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Cahill May Roberts Limited PO. Box 1090, Chapelizod, Dublin 20
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