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Etody is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Joint Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Etody have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Etody. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Etody include Nausea or vomiting, Heartburn, Gastritis. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Etody can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Etody go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Etody has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Etody has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Etody related warnings section.
Etody can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Etody in conditions like Liver Disease, Peptic Ulcer, Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Etody have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Etody may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Etody is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Etody 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 Etody safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Etody. If you are pregnant, do not take Etody without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Etody safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Etody. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Etody on the Kidneys?
Etody may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Etody on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Etody. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Etody on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Etody. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Etody should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etody unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etody habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Etody.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Etody does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Etody is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Etody in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Etody
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Etody, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etody
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Etody.
Etody is a brand name for etoricoxib. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is a selective COX2 inhibitor, mainly used to relieve pain in a patient's suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. Additionally, it also reduces fever.
Yes, Etody can cause drowsiness. It is common side effects of this drug. However, if you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted side- effects.
Yes, Etody can cause kidney problem. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. Few people may experience kidney malfunctioning ranging from slight to moderate. You are recommended to get your kidney function test (KFT) done periodically when taking this drug. Do not hesitate to discuss with your doctor if you are in doubt.
It is recommended to avoid taking Etody with diclofenac because both belong to the same category which may increase the risk of side effects associated with the GIT (Gastrointestinal tract). Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Yes, Etody can increase blood pressure (BP) in some people, if taken a higher dose. It may increase the chance of stroke and heart attack. You are recommended to get your blood pressure regularly checked. A low sodium diet also helps in maintaining blood pressure. Inspite of all efforts if your blood pressure fluctuates then do consult a physician.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206