Etolac
Etolac Products are primarily used for
About Etolac Products
Uses of Etolac Products
Etodolac is used for pain relief. It relieves pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Etolac Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Etolac are Vomiting, Nausea, Dizziness, Diarrhea, Heartburn, Abdominal pain, Flatulence, Dyspepsia.
How Etolac Products work
Etodolac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Patient Concerns about Etolac Products
Frequently asked questions about Etolac Products
Frequently asked questions about Etodolac
Q. Is Etolac 300mg Tablet a narcotic?
No, Etolac 300mg Tablet is not a narcotic. It belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines.
Q. Does Etolac 300mg Tablet get you high?
No, Etolac 300mg Tablet does not get you high. It does not have an abuse potential (drug-seeking behavior) and does not cause physical or psychological dependence. However, if you do not feel well, consult your doctor.
Q. Who should not use Etolac 300mg Tablet?
Use of Etolac 300mg Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Etolac 300mg Tablet or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Etolac 300mg Tablet for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. Can Etolac 300mg Tablet hurt your kidneys?
Long-term use and high doses of Etolac 300mg Tablet may cause renal problems, such as protein or blood in urine and pain during urination. Patients who had or have heart failure, impaired kidney function and hypertension are at risk of kidney problems. The risk of developing kidney problems is also high in patients who are on medicines which cause excess urination (diuretics), or medicines which have significant impact on kidney function. Along with that, Etolac 300mg Tablet can affect kidneys of patients who are above 65 years of age or who remain dehydrated. Therefore, kidney function monitoring is recommended for such patients.
Q. Does Etolac 300mg Tablet make you drowsy?
Etolac 300mg Tablet can cause drowsiness and also dizziness, fatigue (tiredness) and visual disturbances. However, it is not very common and may not affect everyone. If you experience these symptoms avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
Q. Is Etolac 300mg Tablet effective?
Etolac 300mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Etolac 300mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.