ARTHREXIN Indomethacin 25mg Capsules (100 Capsules = 2 bottles of 50)

Category: Prescription Drug

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Arthrexin belongs to a group of medicines called Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs).

Arthrexin is used to relieve the pain and inflammation (swelling, redness and soreness) that may occur in the following:

• Different types of arthritis including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis degenerative joint disease of the hip
• Muscle and bone injuries such as bursitis, tendonitis (tennis elbow), sprains and strains, low back pain (lumbago)
• Pain and swelling after setting broken or dislocated bones
• Period pain.

Although Arthrexin can relieve the symptoms of pain and inflammation, it will not cure your condition.

Your doctor may have prescribed Arthrexin for another reason. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why Arthrexin has been prescribed for you.

Arthrexin is not recommended for use in children under the age of 2, as the safety of Arthrexin has not been established in this age group.

Arthrexin is available only with a doctor`s prescription.

There is no evidence that Arthrexin is addictive.

How much to take

The dose varies from patient to patient. The usual dose is between 50 mg and 200 mg per day, given in divided doses.

Elderly patients may need smaller doses.

Your doctor will tell you how many capsules you need to take each day and when to take them. This depends on your condition and whether or not you are taking any other medicines.

Your doctor may start you on a low dose of Arthrexin and then increase the dose if necessary, depending on your response. Tell your doctor of any changes in your condition, as you may require a change in the dose of Arthrexin.

The dose for menstrual cramps (period pain) is usually one 25 mg capsule every eight hours, starting with the onset of bleeding or cramps.

Follow all directions given to you by your doctor and pharmacist carefully.

How to take it

Swallow the capsules with a full glass of water.

When to take it

Take Arthrexin during or immediately after food.

This will lessen the chance of a stomach upset.

Arthrexin may also be taken with an antacid, if advised by your pharmacist or doctor.

If you forget to take it

If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take your next dose when you are meant to.

Otherwise, take the missed dose as soon as you remember, and then go back to taking your capsules as you would normally.

Do not take a double dose to make up for the dose you missed.

If you are not sure what to do, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

If you have any questions about this, check with your doctor or pharmacist.

How long to take it for

Depending on your condition, you may need Arthrexin for a few days, a few weeks or for longer periods.

For arthritis, Arthrexin should be taken every day for as long as your doctor recommends.

For sprains and strains, Arthrexin is usually needed for a few days only.

For gout, Arthrexin can be stopped when the joint pain disappears.

For period pain, Arthrexin is usually taken during each period until the cramping pain goes away.

If are not sure how long to take Arthrexin for, talk to your doctor.

If you take too much (overdose)

Immediately telephone your doctor, or the Poisons Information Centre (telephone 13 11 26), or go to Accident and Emergency at the nearest hospital, if you think you or anyone else may have taken too much Arthrexin. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

You may need urgent medical attention.

If you take too much Arthrexin, you may feel sick, tired, confused, start vomiting, get an intense headache, feel numbness or tingling in the hands or feet or experience seizures (fits).

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Arthrexin is indomethacin. Each Arthrexin capsule contains 25 mg of indomethacin.

The capsules also contain:

• lactose
• sodium starch glycollate
• sodium lauryl sulfate
• magnesium stearate
• colloidal anhydrous silica
• gelatin
• titanium dioxide CI 77891.

The capsules are gluten free.