New Year Bumper Sale @ Rs. 1 X
Etova ER 400 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Etova ER 400 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Etova ER 400 Tablet 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Etova ER 400 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Fever. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Etova ER 400 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Etova ER 400 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Etova ER 400 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Etova ER 400 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Etova ER 400 Tablet related warnings section.
Etova ER 400 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Etova ER 400 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Etova ER 400 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Etova ER 400 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Etova ER 400 Tablet 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
|
Geriatric |
|
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Etova ER 400 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Etova ER 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Etova. If you are pregnant, do not take Etova without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Etova ER 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Etova. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Etova ER 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Etova can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Etova ER 400 Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Etova. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Etova only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Etova ER 400 Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Etova. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etova ER 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etova ER 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Etova ER 400 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Etova ER 400 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Etova ER 400 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Etova ER 400 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Etova ER 400 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Etova ER 400 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etova ER 400 Tablet
Taking Etova ER 400 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Take Etova for 1-2 weeks to get the full benefits of this drug or as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Etova may cause weight gain. It is one of serious side effect of this drug, if you experience any unusual weight gain you should consult it with your doctor and stop taking this drug until you talk to your doctor.
Yes, you can take Etova with paracetamol. Fixed-Dose combinations are available in the market and used as pain-killer. You are recommended to consult with a doctor before taking this combination.
Take one tablet of Etova twice a day with or without food or as advised by your doctor. Etova is not recommended for the children.
Yes, you can take Etova with thiocolchicoside. Fixed-Dose combinations are available in the market to treat Muscle spasms. You are recommended to consult with a doctor before taking this combination.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lodine® (etodolac)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204-205
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 536-538