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Is Indomethacin Advisable For Swollen Foot And Ankle While Having Gout?
I saw an emergency room doctor for a severe gout attack that caused swelling in the foot and ankle. I was given two injections 1) a Steroid 2) anti inflamatory drug. He then prescribed Indomethacin, 21 pills, 50mg 3 times a day for 7 days. I am 77 years old, the pharmacist told me this prescription carries a high risk warning for my age. Potential heart complications and internal bleeding issues. What do you think Tom
Thu, 23 Feb 2017
An acute attack of gout needs two types of treatment:
1. Acute flare control comprising of colchicine and NSAIDs, keeping in mind the cardiovascuolar and renal profile of the patient.
2. Long term control comprising of a drug which either reduces the formation of uric acid or increases uric acid secretion.
Indomethacin is a relatively safer drug as compared to other NSAIDs, but considering its large dose, it may have an effect on your renal as well as cardiac system
1. Acute flare control comprising of colchicine and NSAIDs, keeping in mind the cardiovascuolar and renal profile of the patient.
2. Long term control comprising of a drug which either reduces the formation of uric acid or increases uric acid secretion.
Indomethacin is a relatively safer drug as compared to other NSAIDs, but considering its large dose, it may have an effect on your renal as well as cardiac system
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