User:Mr. Ibrahem/Sulindac

Sulindac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain and inflammation. This includes in conditions like attacks of gout, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. It is taken by mouth. Effects begin in about an hour and last for up to 16 hours.

Common side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, rash, headache, and an upset stomach. Other side effects may include liver problems, pancreatitis, allergic reactions, kidney problems, stomach bleeding, and heart failure. It should not be used in the later half of pregnancy. It works by blocking COX-1 and COX-2.

Sulindac was patented in 1969 and approved for medical use in 1976. It is available as a generic medication. In the United Kingdom 56 tablets of 200 mg costs the NHS about £40. In the United States this amount costs about 15 USD.