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Ethacid is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Ethacid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Ethacid is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Ethacid safe for pregnant women?
Ethacid has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Ethacid without medical advice.
Is the use of Ethacid safe during breastfeeding?
Ethacid may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ethacid on the Kidneys?
Ethacid rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ethacid on the Liver?
Ethacid may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ethacid on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ethacid on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ethacid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ethacid habit forming or addictive?
Ethacid does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ethacid does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ethacid is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ethacid for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ethacid
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Ethacid together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ethacid
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ethacid and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, in a few cases oral Ethacid may cause abdominal pain. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of abdominal pain is unknown. If you are experiencing abdominal pain after taking this drug then you are advised to take a mild painkiller such as paracetamol and mefenamic acid.
Take Ethacid 2 - 3 times a day or as instructed by your doctor. It should be taken with food to avoid gastrointestinal complication. Your doctor will decide the dose and length of treatment, depending on the severity and progression of the disease. Precaution must be taken if you are suffering from bronchial asthma, proven hypersensitivity to sulphites, and acute porphyria.
No, Ethacid should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Rarely, Ethacid causes a headache. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Ethacid is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as nausea, abdominal pain, and rashes. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 616
