Indomethacin (systemic)

Trade Names: TEVA-Indomethacin, ODAN-Indomethacin, MINT-Indomethacin, AURO-Indomethacin

Uses

Adverse Effects

Considerations for PT

  1. Consider timing for pain relief prior to Physiotherapy intervention.Consider timing for pain relief prior to Physiotherapy intervention.
  2. Minimal relevant common adverse effects. Monitor for any symptoms of rare adverse effects as appropriate.

Route of Administration

  1. Intravenous (IV)Intravenous (IV)
  2. Oral (Extended Release)
  3. Oral (Immediate Release)
  4. Rectal

Mechanism of Action

Inhibits formation of prostaglandin, resulting in decreased fever, pain, and/or inflammation.

Drug Dynamics

Time to Peak Effect

2 hours to 3 hours

Duration of Action

4 hours to 6 hours

Resources

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Last updated: July 16, 2026