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Kretos is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Rheumatoid Arthritis, Joint Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Kretos have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Kretos depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Kretos are Nausea or vomiting, Heartburn, Gastritis. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Kretos can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Kretos are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Kretos has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Kretos's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Kretos is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Peptic Ulcer, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Kretos contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Kretos have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Kretos, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Kretos 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 Kretos is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Kretos safe for pregnant women?
Kretos can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Kretos safe during breastfeeding?
Kretos may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Kretos on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Kretos. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Kretos on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Kretos. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Kretos only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Kretos on the Heart?
Kretos can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Kretos 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 Kretos unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kretos habit forming or addictive?
Kretos does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Kretos since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Kretos only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Kretos cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Kretos
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Kretos together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kretos
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Kretos and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Kretos 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.
Take Kretos as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.
Yes, Kretos 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.
Kretos 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.
Kretos works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. It also acts as analgesic which relieves pain.
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