Tolmetin (Oral)
Key points
- Treats pain caused by arthritis.Belongs to a class of drugs called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
- Tolectin 600, Tolectin DS There may be other brand names for this medicine.
- You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to tolmetin, aspirin, or other pain and arthritis medicines such as Motrinreg;, Alevereg; or Naprosynreg;, Clinorilreg;, or Indocinreg;.
- Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Tolmetin (By Mouth)
Tolmetin (TOLE-met-in)
Treats pain caused by arthritis.Belongs to a class of drugs called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Brand Name(s):
Tolectin 600, Tolectin DS
There may be other brand names for this medicine.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to tolmetin, aspirin, or other pain and arthritis medicines such as Motrinreg;, Alevereg; or Naprosynreg;, Clinorilreg;, or Indocinreg;. The reaction may have included wheezing or trouble breathing, hives, rash, or swelling in the face.
How to Use This Medicine:
Tablet, Capsule
- Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
- Take your medicine with a full glass of water.
- You may take the medicine with food, milk, or antacids (such as Maaloxreg; or Mylantareg;) so it does not upset your stomach.
If a dose is missed:
- Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
- If it is almost time for your next regular dose, wait until then to take your medicine, and skip the missed dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:
- Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- You should not use tolmetin with aspirin or products that contain aspirin, ibuprofen (Advilreg; or Motrinreg;), or naproxen (Alevereg;).
- Avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking blood thinners (such as Coumadinreg;), diabetes medicines, Dilantinreg; or "water pills" (such as Lasixreg; or Dyazidereg;).
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Written and revised by
Andrey Nailor, M.D.
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