Etoxib 120 MG Tablet
Etoxib 120 MG Tablet is primarily used to relieve pain. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used to treat symptoms of psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis.
This medication brings relief to people affected by acute pain, chronic musculoskeletal pain and treats acute gouty arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It should not be taken by people suffering from:
- Peptic ulcer
- Stroke,
- Severe heart disease
- Hypersensitivity.
It belongs to cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) specific inhibitors class of medicines which reduce pain and inflammation by blocking the pain-causing enzymes (COX-2) in the body. This medication is only prescribed when its alternate medicines have not helped in the treatment.
The dosage should be kept low and it should not be used longer than prescribed as it may put you at risk of heart attacks and strokes. It is not recommended for children below 16 years of age. It works well on adults and elderly people.
The drug is utilised for the treatment of conditions like
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Acute Gout
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Pain Relief
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Peptic Ulcer
This drug can cause beneath referenced symptoms:
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Nausea Or Vomiting
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Headache
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Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (Sjs)
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Infections
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How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medication lasts for an average duration of 20-24 hours. -
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this medication can be observed within 1-2 hours of administration. The onset is faster if the medicine is taken without food. -
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Women who are pregnant should consult doctor before using this medication. -
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported. -
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine is not recommended for use by mothers who are breastfeeding. It should be used only when the potential benefits outweigh the risks associated with usage. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. -
Is It safe with alcohol?
It is found to be unsafe to consume this medicine with alcohol. -
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
This medicine may affect alertness of the patient taking it. Thus patient must avoid driving. -
Does this affect kidney function?
Caution must be taken in patient with kidney disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Consult your doctor before taking this medication. use of this medicine is strictly not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. -
Does this affect liver function?
Caution must be taken in patient with liver disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Consult your doctor before taking this medication. use of this medicine is strictly not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Etoxib 120 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Wockhardt Ltd
- Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd
- Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd
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Are there any missed dose instructions?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. The missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. -
Are there any overdose instructions?
Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.
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India
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Japan
This is an anti-inflammatory pain reliever. It selectively inhibits the isoform 2 of the enzyme cyclooxygenase. It reduces the production of prostaglandins from arachidonic acids that helps relieves inflammation and pain. It is administered for arthritis, spondylitis and gout.
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
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Interaction with Lab Test
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Interaction with Medicine
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Interaction with Food
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Interaction with Disease
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