Can children use indomethacin suppositories?

Apr 17, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

My baby is coughing severely today. I saw in the instructions for Indomethacin suppositories that they can be used to treat asthma. Can children use Indomethacin suppositories?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng

Coughing is particularly severe, and using this indomethacin suppository is not effective. Indomethacin suppositories cannot treat asthma, as this medication belongs to the category of painkillers. Do not arbitrarily alter the therapeutic effects of medications, as it has no benefit for asthma. This medication can be used for children with fever or pain, but the recommended age group is above 14 years old. If coughing occurs without other complications, it is advised not to use indomethacin suppositories.