INDOCIN vs INDOMETHACIN
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
72/100
Pharmacy pays
~$4.06 /30
~$4.06 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
INDOMETHACIN
INDOMETHACIN
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Suppository
Capsule, Capsule, extended release, Suppository
Drug class
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 4.5 hours
about 4.5 hours
Treats
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bursitis, Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bursitis, Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Indocin or Indomethacin?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $4.06 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Indocin and Indomethacin?
Both Indocin and Indomethacin share the active ingredient Indomethacin.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.