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Etostal is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Joint Pain. Etostal also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Etostal 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Etostal are Nausea or vomiting, Heartburn, Gastritis. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Etostal can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Etostal are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Etostal's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Etostal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Etostal related warnings section.
Etostal can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Etostal in conditions like Liver Disease, Peptic Ulcer, Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Etostal have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Etostal have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Etostal is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Etostal 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.
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Is the use of Etostal safe for pregnant women?
Etostal can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Etostal safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Etostal may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Etostal should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Etostal on the Kidneys?
Etostal may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Etostal on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Etostal. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Etostal on the Heart?
Etostal may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Etostal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etostal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etostal habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Etostal.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Etostal as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Etostal should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Etostal for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Etostal
There is no information on the effects of taking Etostal with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etostal
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Etostal with alcohol.
Etostal is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to consume this medicine if you don't require it.
Yes, Etostal can cause kidney problem. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. Few people may experience kidney malfunctioning ranging from slight to moderate. You are recommended to get your kidney function test (KFT) done periodically when taking this drug. Do not hesitate to discuss with your doctor if you are in doubt.
It is recommended to avoid taking Etostal with paracetamol because it can cause liver problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing diarrhea, yellow eye, abdominal pain, and swelling in the leg please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Etostal can increase blood pressure (BP) in some people, if taken a higher dose. It may increase the chance of stroke and heart attack. You are recommended to get your blood pressure regularly checked. A low sodium diet also helps in maintaining blood pressure. Inspite of all efforts if your blood pressure fluctuates then do consult a physician.
Etostal comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day but taken in empty stomach work faster. So, take it without food if you need quick relief from pain. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, heart problem, kidney problem, and stomach ulcer.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206