Country: South Africa
Language: English
Source: South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA)
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INDICATIONS [/za_108.html#1] [/za_108.html#1] [/za_108.html#1] CONTRA-INDICATIONS [/za_108.html#1] [/za_108.html#1] DOSAGE [/za_108.html#1] [/za_108.html#1] SIDE-EFFECTS [/za_108.html#1] [/za_108.html#1] [/za_108.html#1] PREGNANCY [/za_108.html#1] [/za_108.html#1] OVERDOSE [/za_108.html#1] IDENTIFICATION [/za_108.html#1] [/za_108.html#1] PATIENT INFORMATION ADCO-INDOGEL SCHEDULING STATUS S1 PROPRIETARY NAME (and dosage form) ADCO-INDOGEL COMPOSITION Each one gram of gel contains 10 mg INDOMETHACIN . PHARMACOLOGICAL CLASSIFICATION: A 3.1 Antirheumatics (anti-inflammatory agents). PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTION: Indomethacin has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. When topically applied ADCO-INDOGEL is transcutaneously absorbed and penetrates directly to the affected musculoskeletal tissue. INDICATIONS: ADCO-INDOGEL is indicated for symptomatic relief of acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions caused by trauma such as sports injuries, sprains, strains and contusions. CONTRA-INDICATIONS: Patients with known sensivity to any ingredients in the preparation. USE IN PREGNANCY:- ADCO-INDOGEL is not recommended for use in pregnancy or lactation. DOSAGE AND DIRECTIONS FOR USE: Apply gently three or four times a day to the affected area. ADCO-INDOGEL can also be used as adjunctive therapy with other Adco-Indomethacin oral formulations. SIDE-EFFECTS AND SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS: Pruritis, redness and rash may occur. Local dryness of the skin has been reported. SYSTEMIC SIDE-EFFECTS OF INDOMETHACIN INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:- The most common side-effects with indomethacin are gastro-intestinal disturbances, headache and dizziness. Gastro- intestinal ulceration and bleeding may occur. Other adverse effects may be depression, drowsiness, tinnitus, confusion, light-headedness, insomnia, psychiatric disturb Read the complete document