Sulindac

Generic name: sulindac [ sul-IN-dak ]
Brand name: Clinoril
Dosage form: oral tablet (150 mg; 200 mg)
Drug class:Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Nov 3, 2020. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is sulindac?

Sulindac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Sulindac is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, tendinitis, bursitis, or gout.

Sulindac may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Sulindac can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke. Do not use sulindac just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG). Sulindac may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal.

Before taking this medicine

Sulindac can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke, even if you don't have any risk factors. Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).

Sulindac may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal. These conditions can occur without warning while you are using sulindac, especially in older adults.

You should not use sulindac if you are allergic to it, or if you have ever had an asthma attack or severe allergic reaction after taking aspirin or an NSAID.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• heart disease, high blood pressure, h...