Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER (Etodolac)

SKU

CMS2208

USA Brand Name

Lodine

Strength

400mg

Generic Name

Etodolac

Manufacturer

Ipca Laboratories, India

## Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER (Etodolac)

## What Is The Generic Name For Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER:

Etodolac is the generic version for Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER (Etodolac):

Lodine

## About Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER (Etodolac)

Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER contains an active ingredient, Etodolac, which is used to relieve pain and inflammation in conditions like osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Regular monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. It is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and must be given by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Ipca Laboratories, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER.

## Strength :

Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER contains an active ingredient, Etodolac, 400 Mg which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER (Etodolac):

Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER is used in the treatment in following conditions:

Osteoarthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Mild to Moderate pain

## How Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER (Etodolac) Works:

Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER has an active ingredient, Etodolac, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

## Before You Use Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER (Etodolac):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Etodolac

You are not having any serious Disease

You do not have Liver/Kidney problems

Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER (Etodolac):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid Driving

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER (Etodolac):

You should not take Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have heart surgery

Have Asthma

Are patient with gastrointestinal bleeding disorders or active peptic ulcers

Have severe Liver/Kidney Disease

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Tablet

Have any Kidney or Liver Disease

Have undergo or schedule to undergo major surgery

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

## Dosage :

Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER contains an active ingredient, Etodolac, which is used to relieve pain and inflammation. It is available in various strengths and substitutes and must be given on prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER at a fixed time with the food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take it regularly by time for better effects.

## How Much Of The Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER (Etodolac) to Be Used:

Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER is available in various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores. Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER.

## How To Take The Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER (Etodolac):

Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER dose should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. You must gulp down the tablet as a whole with water. Do not try to chew or crush the tablet. This tablet must be taken with food to avoid stomach upset.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER (Etodolac):

You are always advised to take Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER as prescribed by your doctor. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by the doctor. You are not advised to take it in larger or smaller amount or for a longer time than recommended by your doctor. Do not stop the treatment abruptly on your own as it may cause withdrawal effects.

## Overdose :

You should contact your doctor or visit the nearby hospital immediately if you are suspecting an overdose.

## Missed Dose:

You should try to take every dose of Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER at a fixed time. A missed dose of Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER should be taken as soon as you remember. Just skip the dosage if it is the time for the next dosage. Do not double the dosage for next time if you missed once to make up the missed dosage.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER (Etodolac):

Stomach pain

Diarrhea

Blurred vision

Fever or chills

Weakness

Skin rash

Excessive gas in stomach

Ringing or buzzing in the ears

Sneezing

Vomiting

Nausea

Indigestion

Loss of appetite

Heartburn

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER. It can produce some undesirable effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Benzydamine

Nimesulide

Metamizole / Dipyrone

Oxyphenbutazone

Enalapril

Ramipril

Warfarin

Ketorolac

Prednisolone

There are disease interactions with Etodolac which include:

Heart Disease

Impaired kidney function

Impaired liver function

## Warning And Precaution:

Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Kidney Disease/ Liver Diseases

Always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Avoid driving or any other physical activity which requires your alertness as this medicine may cause dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness

This medicine may cause skin allergies

It should be used with caution in elderly population

Keep out of reach of children

Always read the information thoroughly written on the leaflet of medicine.

Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time and strength of the medicine.

## Indications :

Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this tablet for shorter or longer time than recommended by the Doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Etova 400 Mg Tablet ER at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the strip of the tablets should be intact and are not damaged while storing.