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Etogesic is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis. Other than this, Etogesic has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Etogesic is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Etogesic also has some side effects, the most common being Fever. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Etogesic can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Etogesic go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Etogesic is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Etogesic's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Etogesic related warnings section.
Etogesic is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Etogesic are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Etogesic with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Etogesic, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Etogesic 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 Etogesic is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Etogesic safe for pregnant women?
Etogesic has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Etogesic without medical advice.
Is the use of Etogesic safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Etogesic. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Etogesic on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Etogesic. 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 Etogesic on the Liver?
Etogesic 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.
What is the effect of Etogesic on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Etogesic. 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.
Etogesic should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etogesic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etogesic habit forming or addictive?
Etogesic 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 Etogesic since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Etogesic is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Etogesic for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Etogesic
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Etogesic together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etogesic
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Etogesic as it can have severe side effects.
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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
