Indofen 25mg Tablet helps in relieving moderate pain and reducing fever. It effectively alleviates pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, and ankylosing spondylitis.

Indofen 25mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease or stroke.

Vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, and indigestion are some of the common side effects that might be observed on taking this medicine. It may also cause dizziness, drowsiness, or visual disturbances. Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long-term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.

Uses of Indofen Tablet

Pain relief

Benefits of Indofen Tablet

In Pain relief

Indofen 25mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side effects of Indofen Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Indofen

Vomiting
Nausea
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Bleeding disorder
Increased creatine level in blood

How to use Indofen Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Indofen 25mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Indofen Tablet works

Indofen 25mg Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Indofen 25mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Indofen 25mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Indofen 25mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Indofen 25mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Indofen 25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Indofen 25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test and potassium levels is advised while you are taking this medicine. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Indofen 25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Indofen 25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Indofen Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Indofen 25mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Indofen 25mg Tablet to relieve pain and inflammation.
Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Indofen 25mg Tablet as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components, if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Indazole Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (acetic acid)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Indofen with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

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Tacrolimus (Oral Route) Severe

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Methotrexate (Oral Route) Severe

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Patient concerns

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sensitivity has many causative factors for relief of pain you can take pain killers it will give temporary relief

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No take Crocin for pain relief

User feedback

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Pain relief

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FAQs

Is Indofen 25mg Tablet an antibiotic or steroid?

No, Indofen 25mg Tablet is neither an antibiotic nor a steroid. It belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines. It is used to relieve moderate to severe pain and inflammation.

Is Indofen 25mg Tablet a good painkiller?

Indofen 25mg Tablet is effective in relieving pain and inflammation. It is used to provide relief from various sorts of pain, such as sprains, strains and other injuries. It is also helpful in the treatment of different types of arthritis and gout. Along with that, it can be used to reduce pain and inflammation which follows after a surgery.

Is Indofen 25mg Tablet safe?

Indofen 25mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Use it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

What if I forget to use Indofen 25mg Tablet?

If you forget to use Indofen 25mg Tablet, do not worry and continue using Indofen 25mg Tablet as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.<br>

Is Indofen 25mg Tablet effective?

Indofen 25mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop using it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Indofen 25mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What are the side effects of Indofen 25mg Tablet?

Some common side effects associated with Indofen 25mg Tablet include vomiting, stomach pain, nausea and indigestion. It may also cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. However, these side effects are usually not bothersome and resolve in some time. If they persist for a longer duration or worry you, consult your doctor.

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