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Etswift, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Rheumatoid Arthritis, Joint Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Etswift have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Etswift depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Etswift also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Heartburn, Gastritis. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Etswift can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Etswift 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.
In addition, Etswift's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Etswift has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Etswift related warnings section.
Etswift is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Peptic Ulcer, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Etswift have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Etswift may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Etswift is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Etswift 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 Etswift is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Etswift safe for pregnant women?
Etswift should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Etswift safe during breastfeeding?
Etswift 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 Etswift on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Etswift. 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 Etswift on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Etswift. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Etswift on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Etswift. 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.
Etswift 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 Etswift unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etswift habit forming or addictive?
Etswift is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Etswift since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Etswift only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Etswift cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Etswift
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Etswift with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etswift
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Etswift with alcohol.
It is recommended to avoid taking Etswift with ibuprofen because both belong to the same category which may increase the risk of side effects associated with the GIT (Gastrointestinal tract). Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Take Etswift as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.
Etswift works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. It also acts as analgesic which relieves pain.
Etswift 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Etswift 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.
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