Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet
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Manufactured By Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Composition Etoricoxib (90mg)
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Description: Product introduction Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for relieving moderate pain and swelling of joints associated with different forms of gout and arthritis. It effectively alleviates pain, redness, and swelling. Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should take it as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended. The most common side effects of this medicine include stomach pain, edema, dizziness, headache, irregular heartbeat, and increased blood pressure. These are not usually serious, but if you are worried, ask your doctor about ways of reducing or preventing them. Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of ulcers or bleeding in your stomach, high blood pressure, or any trouble with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment. You should also avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Heavy drinking can cause excessive drowsiness.
- Product composition:
- Etoricoxib (90mg)
- Pregnancy interaction:
- Safety advice 1. Alcohol Status: UNSAFE Description: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet. 2. Pregnancy Status: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Description: Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. 3. Breast feeding Status: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Description: Information regarding the use of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. 4. Driving Status: UNSAFE Description: Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. 5. Kidney Status: CAUTION Description: Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. 6. Liver Status: CAUTION Description: Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
- Side Effects:
- Side effects of Etoflam Tablet Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Etoflam Gastro-esophageal reflux disease Bronchospasm Dyspepsia Increased liver enzymes Oral ulcer Increased alanine aminotransferase Dry socket Palpitations High blood pressure Dizziness Stomach inflammation Abdominal pain Vomiting Nausea Mouth ulcer Edema (swelling) Headache Constipation Diarrhea Increased aspartate aminotransferase Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath) Weakness Flu-like symptoms Flatulence
- How to use:
- How to use Etoflam Tablet INSTRUCTIONS: Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- How it works:
- How Etoflam Tablet works CONTENT: Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) called COX-2 inhibitors. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
- Faq for medicine:
- Q1: What is Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet used for? A1: Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet is used to reduce the pain and swelling (inflammation) in the joints and muscles of people 16 years of age and older with rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and gout. Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet is also used for the short-term treatment of moderate pain after dental surgery in people 16 years of age and older. Q2: Can the use of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet cause dizziness? A2: Yes, the use of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady, or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, do not drive or use any machines. It is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better. Q3: Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet? A3: The use of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergies to any of the components of this medicine. It should be avoided in patients with known allergies to other painkillers (NSAIDs). The use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with a history of stomach ulcers or patients with active or recurrent stomach ulcers/bleeding. It should also be avoided in patients with a history of heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. Q4: Is Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet helpful in relieving stomach pain? A4: No, Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet should not be taken for stomach pain without consulting a physician. This drug can increase stomach acid secretion, which may aggravate an unknown underlying condition. Q5: Can the use of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet cause damage to kidneys? A5: Yes, the long-term use of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet can cause damage to the kidneys. Normal kidneys produce a chemical called prostaglandins that protects the kidneys from damage. Use of painkillers lowers the levels of prostaglandins in the body, leading to kidney damage because of long-term use. Therefore, the use of painkillers is not recommended in patients with underlying kidney disease. Q6: Is it safe to take a higher dose than the recommended dose of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet? A6: No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet can increase the risks of side effects like stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, and diarrhea. Using this medicine can also damage your kidneys in the long term. If you are experiencing increased severity of pain or if the pain is not relieved by the recommended doses of this medicine, please consult your doctor for reevaluation. Q7: Can Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet cause high blood pressure? A7: Yes. Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet can increase blood pressure in some people, especially in high doses, and your doctor may advise you to check your blood pressure at home or even monitor it from time to time. If you have high blood pressure that has not been controlled by treatment, you must inform your doctor before starting treatment with Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet to avoid any mishap. Q8: How long do I need to take Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet? A8: You need to take Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet as long as your doctor recommends taking it. For dental pain, it is usually prescribed for 3 days, but if it is being used for acute pain conditions, then it should be given as long as the pain lasts and not exceeding 8 days. Usually, for arthritis, it is prescribed for long-term use, which may vary from person to person. Q9: How should Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet be taken? A9: Take Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Taking the medicine without food can enhance its effectiveness of the medicine. Furthermore, do not exceed the dose recommended by your doctor. Q10: Does Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet cause sleepiness? A10: In some patients, Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet causes sleepiness, a feeling of spinning (vertigo), and dizziness. If one experiences these symptoms, then driving or operating machinery should be avoided. Q11: Does Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet have any effect on birth control pills? A11: Taking Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet with birth control pills and hormonal replacement therapy may increase the chances of side effects. Hence, consult the doctor, who will suggest an alternative method of birth control. Q12: Can I take aspirin while taking Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet? A12: Aspirin can be taken in low doses when you are using it for the prevention of stroke and heart attack. You should not stop low-dose aspirin without talking to your doctor. It is advised that while taking Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet you should not take high doses of aspirin and other anti-inflammatory medicines, as they may increase your risk of stomach ulcers. Q13: How long does Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet take to work? A13: Pain relief has been observed after about 4 hours of taking Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet. The full effect may take a little longer and may vary from person to person. Q14: Is Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet a painkiller? A14: Yes, Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet is a painkiller. It helps reduce pain and inflammation in the joints and muscles due to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and gout. It is also used to relieve dental pain after dental surgery. Q15: Is Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet bad for kidneys? A15: People with impaired kidney function, severe heart failure, or severe liver problems (liver cirrhosis) need to be careful while taking Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet since the medicine can further impair their function. The uncommon side effects of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet related to the kidneys include protein in urine, increased serum creatinine, and kidney failure. Q16: How long do I need to take Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet? A16: You need to take Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet as long as your doctor recommends taking it. For dental pain, it is usually prescribed for 3 days, but if it is being used for acute pain conditions then it should be given as long as the pain lasts and not exceeding 8 days. Usually, for arthritis, it is prescribed for long-term use, which may vary from person to person. Q17: How should Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet be taken? A17: Take Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Taking the medicine without food can enhance the working of the medicine. Furthermore, do not exceed the dose recommended by your doctor. Q18: Does Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet cause sleepiness? A18: In some patients Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet causes sleepiness, feeling of spinning (vertigo), and dizziness. If one experiences these symptoms then driving or operating machinery should be avoided. Q19: Does Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet have any effect on birth control pills? A19: Taking Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet with birth control pills and hormonal replacement therapy may increase the chances of side effects. Hence, consult the doctor who will suggest an alternative method of birth control. Q20: Can I take aspirin while taking Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet? A20: Aspirin can be taken in low doses when you are using it for the prevention of stroke and heart attack. You should not stop low-dose aspirin without talking to your doctor. It is advised that while taking Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet you should not take high doses of aspirin and other anti-inflammatory medicines, as they may increase your risk of stomach ulcers. Q21: How long does Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet take to work? A21: Pain relief has been observed after about 4 hours of starting Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet. Full effect may take a little longer and may vary from person to person. Q22: Is Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet a painkiller? A22: Yes, Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet is a pain killer. It helps to reduce pain and inflammation in the joints and muscles due to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and gout. It is also used to relieve dental pain after dental surgery. Q23: Is Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet bad for kidneys? A23: People with impaired kidney function or with severe heart failure or severe liver problems (liver cirrhosis) need to be careful while taking Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet since the medicine can further impair the function. The uncommon side effects of Etoflam Activ 90 Tablet related to kidneys include proteins in urine, serum creatinine increased, and kidney failure.
- Medicine interaction:
- Interaction with drugs DESCRIPTION: Taking Etoflam with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects DRUG INTERACTIONS: 1. Methotrexate(Injection Route)Severe Description: Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts. Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious side effects of Methotrexate. 2. Methotrexate(Injection Route)Severe Description: Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts. Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious side effects of Methotrexate. 3. Tacrolimus(Oral Route)Severe Description: If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your tacrolimus levels, potassium levels and kidney function closely. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Co ... More 4. Methotrexate(Injection Route)Severe Description: Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts. Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious side effects of Methotrexate. 5. Methotrexate(Injection Route)Severe Description: Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts. Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious side effects of Methotrexate.
