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    • INDOMETHACIN (Generic for INDOCIN)

    • QTY 90
    • 50 MG
    • Capsule
    • Near  60115

INDOMETHACIN (in doe METH a sin) treats moderate to severe pain, inflammation, or arthritis. It works by decreasing inflammation. It belongs to a group of medications called NSAIDs.


INDOMETHACIN (Generic for INDOCIN) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Dipyridamole 50mg, Oral tablet

    • Interaction: Caffeine-containing Foods/Beverages
    • Severity: Major
    • Notes for Consumers: Caffeine may decrease the actions of Dipyridamole when it is used during heart testing. Discuss your Caffeine intake (including intake of coffee, colas, teas, or herbal supplements) with your health care provider prior to any procedures or examinations involving heart function. However, when Dipyridamole is used on a regular basis to prevent blood clots and strokes, an interaction with Caffeine is not expected.
    • Notes for Professionals: Methylxanthines, through antagonism of adenosine and thus pharmacologic-induced coronary vasodilation, have been associated with false-negative results during dipyridamole-thallium 201 stress testing. It is recommended that caffeine be discontinued for at least 24 hours prior to stress testing. An interaction is not expected when methylxanthines are used concomitantly with the chronic dipyridamole therapy.

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.