Penalgon
Penalgon Products are primarily used for
About Penalgon Products
Uses of Penalgon Products
Etodolac is used for pain relief. It relieves pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Penalgon Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Penalgon are Vomiting, Nausea, Dizziness, Diarrhea, Heartburn, Abdominal pain, Flatulence, Dyspepsia.
How Penalgon 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 Penalgon Products
Frequently asked questions about Penalgon Products
Frequently asked questions about Etodolac
Q. Is Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER a narcotic?
No, Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER is not a narcotic. It belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines.
Q. Does Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER get you high?
No, Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER 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 Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER?
Use of Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. Can Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER hurt your kidneys?
Long-term use and high doses of Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER 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, Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER 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 Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER make you drowsy?
Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER 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 Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER effective?
Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER 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 Penalgon 400mg Tablet ER too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.