Indomethacin FDA Link Generic

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) that inhibits CYCLOOXYGENASE, which is necessary for the formation of PROSTAGLANDINS and other AUTACOIDS. It also inhibits the motility of POLYMORPHONUCLEAR LEUKOCYTES.

Also Known As:

Indometacin; Amuno; Indocin; Indocid; Indomet 140; Indomethacin Hydrochloride; Metindol; Osmosin; 1H-Indole-3-acetic acid, 1-(4-chlorobenzoyl)-5-methoxy-2-methyl-

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
Cardiovascular Agents
Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
Gout Suppressants
Tocolytic Agents

Heterocyclic Compounds: 207
- Fused-Ring Heterocyclic Compounds
  - 2-Ring Heterocyclic Compounds
    - Indoles: 205
      - Indomethacin: 9604

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Drug/Important Bio-Agent (IBA)