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ETOGESIC MR TABLET

Manufactured byZydus Cadila
ContainsEtodolac (400 mg) + Thiocolchicoside (4 mg)
Description
ETOGESIC MR TABLET is a combination of Etodolac and Thiocolchicoside. It is a painkiller medicine that provides relief from pain and swelling associated with muscle spasms such as low back pain, neck pain, sprains/strains, arthritis, etc. It works by relaxing your muscles and preventing muscle contraction. It also prevents the release of a chemical substance that causes pain and swelling in your body. ETOGESIC MR TABLET has side effects such as nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach pain, heartburn, and diarrhoea. These side effects usually subside by themselves. However, consult your doctor if they remain for a long time or worsen. Avoid driving vehicles or operating heavy machines as this medicine may cause dizziness and drowsiness. ETOGESIC MR TABLET should be taken with food or immediately after food to avoid any stomach irritation. The dose and duration of treatment will be determined by your doctor based on your condition. Take this medicine as instructed by your doctor. Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. For ease of remembering and better results, take it at the same time every day. Take this medicine for the recommended duration and avoid discontinuation without consulting your doctor, as your symptoms may reappear or worsen. ETOGESIC MR TABLET is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it or have NSAID-induced asthma (breathing problems associated with the use of a class of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) or undergone coronary artery bypass graft surgery (a surgical procedure that diverts the blood from narrowed or blocked vessels in the heart to improve its blood supply). Use this medicine with caution if you have liver, heart, or kidney problems. ETOGESIC MR TABLET is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for ETOGESIC MR TABLET

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for ETOGESIC MR TABLET

  • Itching and skin rash
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Yellowing of skin and eyes
  • Photosensitivity
  • Dry mouth
  • Headache
  • Stomach pain
  • Blurred vision
  • Fever or chills
  • Weakness
  • Excessive gas in stomach
  • Ringing or buzzing in the ears
  • Sneezing

Uses of ETOGESIC MR TABLET

What is it prescribed for?

  • Relief from pain and swelling
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for ETOGESIC MR TABLET to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which ETOGESIC MR TABLET remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with ETOGESIC MR TABLET due to the increased risk of stomach bleeding. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms of black/bloody/tarry stools, coughing up blood, etc.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for ETOGESIC MR TABLET.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    ETOGESIC MR TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    ETOGESIC MR TABLET is not recommended for use while breastfeeding as it may pass into breastmilk. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking ETOGESIC MR TABLET if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)

ETOGESIC MR TABLET is not recommended for use if you have undergone coronary artery bypass graft surgery (a surgical procedure that diverts the blood from narrowed or blocked vessels in the heart to improve its blood supply). Taking this medicine may increase your risk of heart attack and stroke (a condition that occurs due to reduced blood supply to the brain).

NSAID-induced asthma

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is a class of medicines used to relieve pain and swelling. Asthma is a condition in which a person's airways become inflamed, narrow, and swell, which makes it difficult to breathe. ETOGESIC MR TABLET is not recommended for use in case of NSAID-induced asthma (breathing problems associated with the use of NSAIDs).
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

ETOGESIC MR TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

ETOGESIC MR TABLET is not recommended for use while breastfeeding as it may pass into breastmilk. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Other medicines

ETOGESIC MR TABLET may interact with certain medicines and cause side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medicines, including any herbs and supplements, before starting the treatment with this medicine.

Driving or operating machines

ETOGESIC MR TABLET may cause dizziness in some cases. Hence, avoid driving vehicles and/or operating heavy machines if you feel dizzy after taking this medicine.

Use in children

ETOGESIC MR TABLET is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Impairment of fertility

ETOGESIC MR TABLET may cause damage to sperm cells and lead to fertility problems in men. Therefore, discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Use in women of childbearing potential

Women of childbearing potential should use effective contraceptive measures to avoid pregnancy during treatment with ETOGESIC MR TABLET. A pregnancy test should be done to rule out pregnancy before beginning the treatment. If pregnancy is suspected during treatment, consult your doctor for further guidance.

Liver diseases

ETOGESIC MR TABLET should be used with caution if you have liver problems as it may cause liver toxicity. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, yellowing of skin or eyes, dark coloured urine, etc.

Hypertension

Hypertension refers to high blood pressure. ETOGESIC MR TABLET should be used with caution as it can cause a new onset of hypertension or worsening of preexisting hypertension. Monitor your blood pressure regularly during treatment with this medicine.

Skin conditions

ETOGESIC MR TABLET should be used with caution as it may cause stevens-johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis (serious skin conditions that cause the skin to develop rashes, blisters, and then peel). Consult your doctor if you develop signs and symptoms such as rashes, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), or other symptoms.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip the scheduled dose of ETOGESIC MR TABLET. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose of ETOGESIC MR TABLET. Seek emergency medical attention in case of overdose for further guidance.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with ETOGESIC MR TABLET due to the increased risk of stomach bleeding. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms of black/bloody/tarry stools, coughing up blood, etc.
Interaction with Medicine

Ramipril

Warfarin

Duloxetine

Disease interactions

Heart Disease

ETOGESIC MR TABLET should be used with caution if you have heart problems, as this medicine may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke (reduced blood supply to the brain).

Impaired kidney function

ETOGESIC MR TABLET should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as this medicine may further damage your kidneys. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your kidney function while you are taking this medicine.

Stomach ulcers or bleeding

ETOGESIC MR TABLET can cause stomach and intestinal bleeding. Therefore, this medicine should be used with caution if you have peptic ulcers (sores in the lining of the stomach, small intestine, and food pipe) or bleeding in the stomach and intestine, as it may worsen your health condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take ETOGESIC MR TABLET with food or immediately after food to avoid any stomach irritation, or as instructed by your doctor. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Take ETOGESIC MR TABLET at the same time every day for ease of remembering. Consult your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or become severe. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking ETOGESIC MR TABLET as it may increase your risk of stomach bleeding.
Miscelleneous

To be taken immediately after food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
ETOGESIC MR TABLET is a combination of Etodolac and Thiocolchicoside. Etodolac works by reducing the formation of a chemical substance in your body that causes pain and swelling. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant. It works in the brain and spinal cord to prevent muscle contractions and relieve muscle spasms.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, Muscle relaxants

Schedule

Schedule H

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https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Thiocolchicoside

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http://www.ema.europa.eu/docs/en_GB/document_library/Referrals_document/Thiocolchicoside-containing_medicines/WC500155449.pdf
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Information on this page was last updated on 16 Sep 2022

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