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Etoridoc is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Joint Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Etoridoc have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Etoridoc depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Etoridoc include Nausea or vomiting, Heartburn, Gastritis. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Etoridoc as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Etoridoc normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Etoridoc is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Etoridoc related warnings talks about Etoridoc's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Etoridoc is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Peptic Ulcer, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Etoridoc contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Etoridoc have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Etoridoc, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Etoridoc 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Etoridoc is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Etoridoc safe for pregnant women?
Etoridoc has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Etoridoc without medical advice.
Is the use of Etoridoc safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Etoridoc. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Etoridoc on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Etoridoc. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Etoridoc on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Etoridoc. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Etoridoc on the Heart?
Etoridoc may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Etoridoc 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 Etoridoc unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etoridoc habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Etoridoc is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Etoridoc will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Etoridoc only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Etoridoc for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Etoridoc
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Etoridoc and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etoridoc
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Etoridoc and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Etoridoc 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.
Etoridoc is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to consume this medicine if you don't require it.
It is recommended to avoid taking Etoridoc 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.
Etoridoc 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Etoridoc with paracetamol because it can cause liver problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing diarrhea, yellow eye, abdominal pain, and swelling in the leg please inform your doctor immediately.
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