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indometacin

indometacin (ARTHREXIN) is a cyclooxygenase inhibitor. Associated with Alphapharm Pty Ltd.

TGA: approved NMPA: clinical trials
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Pipeline programs 2
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Drug details — indometacin

Quick answer

indometacin (ARTHREXIN) is a cyclooxygenase inhibitor. Associated with Alphapharm Pty Ltd.

Key facts

INN indometacin
Brand ARTHREXIN
Mechanism Cyclooxygenase inhibitor
Target Cyclooxygenase

Mechanism of action

Cyclooxygenase inhibitor

Primary target: Cyclooxygenase

Approval history

Authority Status Date
TGA approved
NMPA clinical trials

Pipeline programs

  1. 042011 Phase 3 · George Institute for · Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis
  2. Indometacin suppository Unknown · First People's Hospital · Pancreatitis, Chronic

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Frequently asked questions

What is indometacin?

indometacin (ARTHREXIN) is a cyclooxygenase inhibitor. Associated with Alphapharm Pty Ltd.

What is the brand name for indometacin?

ARTHREXIN is a marketed brand name for indometacin. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.