Indomethacin Rectal and Zyflo

• Generic Name: indomethacin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Indocin, Indocin SR, Tivorbex

Indomethacin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to help relieve symptoms of moderate to severe arthritis (eg, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis) or gout, such as inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain. However, indomethacin does not cure arthritis and will help you only as long as you continue to use it.

Indomethacin is also used to treat moderate to severe ankylosing spondylitis, which is a type of arthritis that affects the joints in the spine. Indomethacin may also be used to treat painful shoulder caused by bursitis or tendinitis.

Indomethacin is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: zileuton
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Zyflo, Zyflo CR

Zyflo is a leukotriene (loo-koe-TRY-een) inhibitor. Leukotrienes are chemicals your body releases when you breathe in an allergen (such as pollen). These chemicals cause swelling in your lungs and tightening of the muscles around your airways, which can result in asthma symptoms.

Zyflo is used to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children as young as 12 years old.

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