Indomethacin ER and Mevacor

• Generic Name: indomethacin
• Dosage Forms: capsule, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Indocin, Indocin SR, Tivorbex

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.

• Generic Name: lovastatin
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Altoprev, Mevacor, Altocor

Mevacor is used together with diet to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL), to increase levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL), and to lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood).

Mevacor is used to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, and other heart complications in people with diabetes, coronary heart disease, or other risk factors.

Mevacor is used in adults and children who are at least 10 years old.

Mevacor may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.