Indomethacin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
Indomethacin is used to treat moderate to severe osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis. Indomethacin is also used to treat shoulder pain caused by bursitis or tendinitis.
Extended-release indomethacin (Indocin SR) should not be used to treat gouty arthritis.
Indomethacin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
