Indomethacin 40 g.

WHAT indomethacin SOPHARMA AND WHAT IT IS USED
Sopharma indomethacin ointment contains an active substance indomethacin, which belongs to a group of medicines called anti-rheumatic or NSAIDs. Indomethacin relieves symptoms of inflammation - pain and swelling. Indomethacin Sofarma ointment is intended for the topical symptomatic treatment of pain and swelling in inflammatory and degenerative diseases and injuries of the locomotor apparatus (tendons, muscles, joints); localized forms of non-arthritic rheumatism of the locomotor system: tendinitis, synovitis, tenosynovitis, inflammation of the fascia and ligaments, bursitis; some forms of arthritis of the hands, legs or spine.
2. BEFORE YOU USE indomethacin SOPHARMA
Do not use Indomethacin ointment Sopharma
• if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to the active substance or to any of the ingredients of the product.
• if you are allergic to aspirin or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs with clinical signs of an asthma attack, urticaria or allergic rhinitis.
Take special care with Indomethacin ointment Sopharma
• if you have a stomach or duodenal ulcer, cardiovascular failure, kidney problems;
• if you have hypersensitivity to foods and drugs;
• if you suffer from asthma or have other allergic diseases;
• If you have shown hypersensitivity to aspirin or other anti-rheumatic drugs;
• ointment is applied only on healthy skin (no open wounds and injuries);
• Do not apply to eyes and mucous membranes;
• In case of skin or other signs of hypersensitivity drug administration should be discontinued;
• if treatment continues beyond 10 days is recommended to perform laboratory control of leukocytes and platelets.
Taking other medicines
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.
Although interactions with other drugs are unlikely in topical, tell your doctor if you are taking aspirin or other anti-inflammatory drugs, corticosteroids, drugs to lower blood pressure.
Pregnancy and lactation
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.
Use of Indomethacin ointment is not recommended during pregnancy and lactation.
Driving and using machines
Indomethacin ointment formulation is for topical administration. Does not affect the ability to drive and use machines.
Important information about some of the ingredients of Indomethacin ointment Sopharma
Indomethacin ointment containing as excipient dimethyl sulfoxide, which may be irritating to the skin.
3. HOW TO USE indomethacin SOPHARMA MAZ
Apply topically to the skin.
• Adults and adolescents over 15 years:
Ointment is applied on the affected area 3-4 times a day by gently rubbed into the skin to its full absorption. The amount of ointment necessary for a spreading depends on the area to be treated and is approximately 4.5 cm. It is used at an interval of not less than 6 hours.
Duration of treatment: 7-10 days. If within this period the symptoms persist, treatment should be reassessed.
• Children under 15 years:
Use of the product in this age group is not recommended. If you are not sure, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
If you use more than the amount of Indomethacin ointment Sopharma
As the product is applied topically, overdose is unlikely. Accidental ingestion of large amounts of product or eyes, mucous membranes or open wounds, seek your doctor or go to the nearest hospital.
If you forget to apply the ointment Indomethacin Sopharma
If you miss a dose and it is almost time for your next dose, take it as usual. Do not use double the amount of drug in the next administration.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Like all medicines, Indomethacin Sopharma ointment can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
When topically applied most commonly reported local reactions of the skin after application of the product - burning at the injection site, redness, itching, rash, peeling and dryness.
Rarely can be observed swelling and the formation of bubbles on the skin at the injection site, allergic reactions such as wheezing, shortness of breath and swelling of the face. The occurrence of these side effects occur in the skin the product should be discontinued. When applied to large skin areas may experience side effects such as gastrointestinal disorders (anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, pain, bleeding and ulceration).
If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice other effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
5. HOW TO STORE indomethacin SOPHARMA
• Store in original container.
• Do not store above 25 ° C.
• Shelf life after opening the tube - 1 month.
• Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
• Do not use Indomethacin ointment after the expiry date stated on the carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.