Indomethacin 25 mg is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) commonly used to manage moderate to severe pain, inflammation, and swelling associated with several musculoskeletal disorders and certain acute conditions[1].
Common uses for indomethacin 25 mg oral capsule include:
- Osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease)
- Rheumatoid arthritis (autoimmune joint inflammation)
- Ankylosing spondylitis (inflammatory arthritis mainly affecting the spine)
- Acute shoulder pain caused by bursitis (inflammation of the fluid-filled sac in the shoulder joint) or tendonitis (inflammation of the tendon)
- Acute gouty arthritis (sudden joint pain and swelling from uric acid crystals, except for the extended-release form)
Indomethacin 25 mg works by blocking specific substances in the body that cause pain, inflammation, and fever[1]. It is generally prescribed for adults and adolescents aged 14 or 15 and above, depending on guideline and specific indication[3][6].
Healthcare providers may also prescribe indomethacin 25 mg for other unapproved (off-label) indications, such as managing certain fevers, inflammation from injuries, or other sources of pain as evaluated by a physician[4].