Donica Capsule: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Donica Capsule Information

Donica Capsule is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Pain. Donica Capsule also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Donica Capsule. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Donica Capsule have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Donica Capsule go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Donica Capsule has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Donica Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Donica Capsule can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Donica Capsule in conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Gastrointestinal Bleeding. Some other conditions that can be affected by Donica Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Donica Capsule may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Donica Capsule is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Donica Benefits & Uses
Donica Dosage & How to Take
Donica Side Effects
Donica Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Donica with Other Drugs
Donica Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Donica
Donica Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Donica Capsule Benefits & Uses

Donica Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Joint Pain (Read More - How to Relieve Joint Pain Naturally: Best Home Remedies)
Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Ankylosing spondylitis
Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
Bursitis
Leg Pain (Read More - Home remedies for leg pain and weakness)
Body Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Body Pain)

Donica Capsule Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may be increased up to 50 mg TID

Donica Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Donica Capsule safe for pregnant women?

Donica shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Donica Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Donica should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Donica Capsule on the Kidneys?

There may be some severe side effects of Donica on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe
What is the effect of Donica Capsule on the Liver?

Use of Donica may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Donica Capsule on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Donica. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Donica Capsule with Other Drugs

Donica Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Methotrexate

Moderate

Donica Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Donica Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Bleeding
Asthma
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Edema
Skin Rash
Heart Failure
Rasmussen's Encephalitis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Donica Capsule

Is this Donica Capsule habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Donica Capsule has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Donica Capsule since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Donica Capsule only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Donica Capsule is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Donica Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Donica Capsule

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Donica Capsule together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Donica Capsule

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Donica Capsule as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Donica Capsule

Question over 5 years ago

Does Donica cause water retention (fluid retention or edema)?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Donica can cause water retention (fluid retention or edema). It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing water retention ( fluid retention or edema) after consuming this drug then do not hesitate to inform a doctor without further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Donica cause drowsiness?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Donica may cause drowsiness. It is common side effects of this drug. However, if you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery to avoid accident or injury.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Donica?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Donica is a brand name for indomethacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is mainly used as pain-killer to relieve moderate to severe pain in rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, painful shoulder (tendinitis and bursitis), and degenerative hip disease. It is also used for strains, sprains, lower back pain, period pain, and gout.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Donica work?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Donica is presumed to work by blocking the synthesis of prostaglandins through inhibition of enzymes (cyclooxygenase-1 and -2 also known as COX-1 and -2) which is responsible for inflammation (swelling) in our body. This helps in effectively providing relief to the patient from and inflammation in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Donica cause constipation?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Donica causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.