Description

Indomethacin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation. It is commonly prescribed for conditions such as arthritis and gout.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters may encounter variations such as 'indometacina' or 'indometacina sódica'. It is important to maintain a formal register and use the term consistently in clinical contexts to avoid confusion with other NSAIDs.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor prescribed Indomethacin to help manage the patient's arthritis pain.

ES: El médico recetó Indometacina para ayudar a controlar el dolor de artritis del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing Indomethacin with other NSAIDs like ibuprofen; mispronouncing Indomethacin as 'indometacina' with incorrect stress; mixing up indications for use with other medications.