Ect Information
Ect is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Joint Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Ect have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Ect depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Ect include Nausea or vomiting, Heartburn, Gastritis. Some other side effects of Ect have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ect are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Ect's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ect related warnings talks about Ect's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ect is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Peptic Ulcer, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ect are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Ect may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ect is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Ect Benefits & Uses
Ect is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
- Osteoarthritis
- Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
- Neck Pain (Read More - Home remedies for neck pain)
- Leg Pain (Read More - Home remedies for leg pain and weakness)
- Knee Pain (Read More - Natural Ways to Treat Knee Pain at Home)
Ect Dosage & How to Take
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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Ect Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ect is used -
Mild
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
- Headache
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Edema
- Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
- Irregular heartbeat
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)
- Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Diarrhoea
- Dyspepsia
- Increased blood pressure
Ect Related Warnings
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Is the use of Ect safe for pregnant women?
Ect can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Severe -
Is the use of Ect safe during breastfeeding?
Ect should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
Severe -
What is the effect of Ect on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Ect. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Ect on the Liver?
Ect can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Ect on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Ect. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Ect with Other Drugs
Ect should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Ect Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ect unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Disease
- Liver Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Allergy
- Peptic Ulcer
- Stroke
- Kidney Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
Frequently asked Questions about Ect
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Is this Ect habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ect is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ect will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ect only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ect in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Ect Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Ect
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ect and food will interact.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Ect
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ect and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206
