What Causes Acid Reflux And Diarrhea While On Indomethacin?

Posted on Sat, 30 Dec 2017

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Question : I have been using Indomethacin on and off for 9 years for gout, Rotator cuff surgery 8 years ago and Knee replacement 18 months ago. I have always been diligent to eat some bread, crackers or something like that when I take a pill. (50mg.) Recently I took one before going to bed and did not eat something. I have had stomach churning, gas, diarhrea, for 3 days. I took Pepto Bismol tonight and no help. Suggestions?

Answered by Dr. salah saad shoman (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Known side effect

Detailed Answer:
Dear sir, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns but it is a known side effect of indomethacin to cause gastric irritation so it is recommended to be taken with food or a cup of milk or juice.. however , to relief your symptoms take omeprazol once daily , ranitidine before every meal and dysflatyl every eight hours..I hope you find this helpful. if you don't have any other clarifications then please close the discussion..

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