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Etoron is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis. Secondary and off-label uses of Etoron have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Etoron is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Etoron include Fever. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Etoron as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Etoron go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Etoron's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Etoron related warnings talks about Etoron's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Etoron can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Etoron in conditions like Kidney Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Etoron are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Etoron with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Etoron is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Etoron 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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Is the use of Etoron safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Etoron. If you are pregnant, do not take Etoron without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Etoron safe during breastfeeding?
Etoron should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Etoron on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Etoron. 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 Etoron on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Etoron. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Etoron only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Etoron on the Heart?
Etoron 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.
Etoron 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 Etoron unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etoron habit forming or addictive?
Etoron does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Etoron does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Etoron is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Etoron cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Etoron
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Etoron together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etoron
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Etoron as it can have severe side effects.
No, Etoron is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Etoron 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 discontinue the Etoron when you get relief from pain. You are recommended to consult with your doctor before discontinuing this drug.
Take one tablet of Etoron twice a day with or without food or as advised by your doctor. Etoron is not recommended for the children.
Yes, Etoron may cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug, take fiber-rich food while taking this medicine in order to avoid constipation. If you are experiencing severe constipation, stop taking this drug and consult it with your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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