Etodox 400 ER Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It effectively alleviates pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and acute pain.
Etodox 400 ER Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease or stroke.
Vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, and indigestion are some of the common side effects that might be observed on taking this medicine. It may also cause dizziness, drowsiness, or visual disturbances. Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long-term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Etodox 400 ER Tablet should be taken with or after food.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if youβre worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Etodox
Vomiting
Stomach pain/epigastric pain
Nausea
Indigestion
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Etodox 400 ER Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Etodox 400 ER Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Etodox 400 ER Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Etodox 400 ER Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Etodox 400 ER Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Etodox 400 ER Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
FAQs:
Is Etodox 400 ER Tablet a narcotic?
No, Etodox 400 ER Tablet is not a narcotic. It belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines.
Does Etodox 400 ER Tablet get you high?
No, Etodox 400 ER Tablet does not get you high. It does not have an abuse potential (drug-seeking behavior) and does not cause physical or psychological dependence. However, if you do not feel well, consult your doctor.
Who should not use Etodox 400 ER Tablet?
Employ of Etodox 400 ER Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Etodox 400 ER Tablet or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Etodox 400 ER Tablet for the first time, consult your doctor.
Can Etodox 400 ER Tablet hurt your kidneys?
Long-term use and high doses of Etodox 400 ER Tablet may cause renal problems, such as protein or blood in urine and pain during urination. Tolerants who had or have heart failure, impaired kidney function and hypertension are at risk of kidney problems. The risk of developing kidney problems is also high in patients who are on medicines which cause excess urination (diuretics), or medicines which have significant impact on kidney function. Along with that, Etodox 400 ER Tablet can affect kidneys of patients who are above 65 years of age or who remain dehydrated. Therefore, kidney function monitoring is recommended for such patients.
Does Etodox 400 ER Tablet make you drowsy?
Etodox 400 ER Tablet can cause drowsiness and also dizziness, fatigue (tiredness) and visual disturbances. However, it is not very common and may not affect everyone. If you experience these symptoms avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
Is Etodox 400 ER Tablet effective?
Etodox 400 ER Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Etodox 400 ER Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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