Etorica 60mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Etorica 60mg 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 is also used for short-term treatment of moderate pain after dental surgery.
Etorica 60mg 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, heartburn, nausea, edema, dizziness, headache, and discoloration of the skin. 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.
Uses of Etorica Tablet
Benefits of Etorica Tablet
In Pain relief
Etorica 60mg Tablet is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, or even after a dental (tooth-related) surgery.
Take it as prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed, as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works for the shortest possible time. This will help you go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active quality of life.
Take it as prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed, as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works for the shortest possible time. This will help you go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active quality of life.
Side effects of Etorica 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 Etorica
- Edema (swelling)
- Flatulence
- Increased alanine aminotransferase
- Increased aspartate aminotransferase
- Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath)
- High blood pressure
- Nausea
- Flu-like symptoms
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Stomach pain
- Heartburn
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal discomfort
- Tiredness
How to use Etorica Tablet
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. Etorica 60mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Etorica Tablet works
Etorica 60mg Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) called COX-2 inhibitors. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Etorica 60mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Etorica 60mg 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.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Etorica 60mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Etorica 60mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Etorica 60mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Etorica 60mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Etorica 60mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Etorica 60mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Etorica Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Etorica 60mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Etorica 60mg Tablet may cause fewer stomach problems as compared to other NSAIDs like ibuprofen or naproxen.
- It may cause dizziness and fatigue. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Regularly monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine, particularly in the first two weeks after starting treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, or liver or kidney disease.
- During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function.
- Do not take Etorica 60mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Sulfone and Pyridine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
NSAID's -Selective COX-2 Inhibitors
Interaction with drugs
Taking Etorica with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
Patient concerns
FAQs
How should Etorica 60mg Tablet be taken?
Take Etorica 60mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Etorica 60mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Taking the medicine without food can improve the effectiveness of the medicine. Furthermore, do not exceed the dose recommended by your doctor.
Does Etorica 60mg Tablet cause sleepiness?
In some patients, Etorica 60mg Tablet causes sleepiness and dizziness. If one experiences these symptoms, then driving or operating machinery should be avoided.
Does Etorica 60mg Tablet have any effect on birth control pills?
Taking Etorica 60mg 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.
Can I take aspirin while taking Etorica 60mg Tablet?
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 Etorica 60mg Tablet, you should not take high doses of aspirin and other anti-inflammatory medicines, as they may increase your risk of stomach ulcers.
Is Etorica 60mg Tablet a painkiller?
Yes, Etorica 60mg 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.
Is Etorica 60mg Tablet bad for kidneys?
People with impaired kidney function or with severe heart failure or severe liver problems (liver cirrhosis) need to be careful while taking Etorica 60mg Tablet since the medicine can further impair the function. The uncommon side effects of Etorica 60mg Tablet related to the kidneys include proteins in urine, increased serum creatinine, and kidney failure.
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Name: Micro Labs Ltd
Address: 27, RACE COURSE ROAD, BANGALORE-560 001, INDIA
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: January, 2026
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: January, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Etorica 60mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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