Ugh. Indocin anyone??

[IFinTN]

Rough night. Bowel cramps causing contractions. 3am visit to OB ER. Saw my OB this morning and she put me on indocin over the weekend to see if it helps the contractions. Cervix was nice and thick, long, closed. So no immediate danger of pre term labor, just trying to keep it that way!!

Anyone with experience with indocin? Please share!

[ProfessorChaos]

Never heard of any of this, but I'm sorry you're dealing with it. Glad there were no signs of labor! ((hugs))

[nutmeg8484]

Sorry you are dealing with contractions and hopefully things will stay nice and closed up for you. I have never heard of the drug but I hope it gets the job done.

[daydreamernyc]

Ugh! Sorry to hear that you are going through this. i don't have any experience to share but hope that everything clears up.

[jessimi06]

I don't have an experience, but I hope you feel better soon!

[hearthands]

Indocin (Indomethacin) is the first line treatment for preterm labor (PTL) for women <32wks. Pretty good safety profile overall. They may switch you to Nifedipine later if there are still issues (almost fully cooked babies don't like NSAIDs very much). Have you had issues with a shortened cervix or a uterine anomaly in the past?-- they will probably set you up for a cervical length ultrasound if they haven't already.

In the meantime, lots of TLC for you. Stay hydrated, tell that baby to get nice & fat and/or just slow its roll for debut.

[Deleted]

No experience but lots of prayers this does the trick. Any modified bed rest?

[wazzu08]

No experience, I'm sorry you are having to deal with this. Keeping everything crossed for you that indocin keeps any more cramping at bay!

[sunnyb]

No experience, but so sorry that you're dealing with this. Hang in there, girl. Glad to hear that your cervix is looking good!

[hollberry]

WTF how did I miss this? No experience but sending you Ts and Ps.

[Deleted]

IFinTN how are things today?

[IFinTN]

I had a rough two days but the Indocin really did stop the contractions. I just had to deal with my irritable bowels. Man, they are pissed....

Back to dr on Monday for another u/s. Thanks for asking Ducky!!

[Deleted]

Hang in there, mama. You're doing great.

As for the IB...the things we do/tolerate for our kids. I don't think that will ever end.

Update us after your u/s!