Etova-MR Forte Tablet
Brand Name | Etova-MR Forte Tablet |
Salt Composition |
Etodolac (400mg) + Thiocolchicoside (8mg) |
Strength | 400mg + 8mg |
Product Form | Tablet |
Pack | 10 Tablet(s) in Strip |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Category |
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) |
SubCategory |
Analgesic and Muscle spasm |
Country of Origin | India |
Manufacturer |
Ipca Laboratories Ltd |
Manufacturer/Marketer Address | Ipca Laboratories Ltd, 48, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West),Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra. |
You Save : Rs.46.99 Inclusive of all taxes
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Etodolac and Thiocolchicoside
- It is contraindicated to use this medicine in patients with a history of asthma, urticaria, coronary artery bypass graft surgery, and severe liver diseases.
- Edema
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Flatulence
- Heartburn
- GI ulcers
- Abnormal renal function
- Elevated liver enzymes
- Hepatotoxicity
- Live failure
- Can Etova-MR Forte Tablets damage your kidneys?
- Is the Etova-MR Forte Tablet a good painkiller?
- Does the Etova-MR Forte Tablet make you drowsy?
- Therapy should be administered with caution in patients who are with a bleeding disorder, duodenal, gastric, peptic ulcer, stomatitis, ulcerative colitis, upper GI diseases, and late pregnancy
- The use of this medicine may cause skin adverse events such as exfoliative dermatitis, stevens-Johnsons Syndrome, and toxic epidermal necrolysis
- The use of this medicine may inhibit the platelet aggregation and prolong the bleeding time
- You have a history of gastrointestinal disease
- You are not responding to the treatment
- You have experienced any allergic reactions like rashes and itching
- You are suffering from anemia
- You have watery diarrhea, stomach pain, and fever
- Stored at 10-30°C room temperature.
- Protect from light and heat.
- Keep away from children and pets. Otherwise, it becomes toxic to them.
- Disposed of properly in a suitable bag.
- The Etova-MR Forte Tablet contains Etodolac 400mg and Thiocolchicoside 8mg a pain-relieving medicine used to treat pain that occurs due to muscle spasms.
- The combination of this medicine produces its action by inhibiting the release of chemical substances which cause pain by relieving the pain which is associated with muscle spasms.
- Kindly inform your doctor if you have a history of liver disease
- The tablet is taken orally by mouth with food
- Monitor the patient's kidney functions, liver function, and levels of blood components
- Avoid consuming alcohol because it may cause excessive drowsiness and stomach problems
Medical Description of Etova-MR Forte Tablet
The Etova-MR Forte Tablet contains Etodolac 400mg and Thiocolchicoside 8mg a pain-relieving medicine used to treat pain that occurs due to muscle spasms. The combination of this medicine produces its action by inhibiting the release of chemical substances which cause pain by relieving the pain which is associated with muscle spasms.
Etova-MR Forte Tablet Uses
It is used in the treatment of the muscle spasm
Etova-MR Forte Tablet Benefits
Muscle spasm
It is an involuntary contraction of one or more muscles. Mostly these muscle cramps develop in your leg muscles in the calf. It occurs when the overuse of a muscle, dehydration, muscle strain, and nerve compression.
Etova-MR Forte Tablet Indication
The Etova-MR Forte Tablet is prescribed for the following indications as a muscle spasm.
Mechanism of action of Etova-MR Forte Tablet
The Etova-MR Forte Tablet contains Etodolac 400mg and Thiocolchicoside 8mg a pain-relieving medicine. Etodolac is an analgesic and anti-inflammatory medication. It produces its action by inhibiting the release of chemical messengers which is responsible for pain and inflammation
Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant that produces its action by working in the center of your brain and spinal cord and relieves stiffness of your muscle it also helps to improve pain and muscle movement.
How Etova-MR Forte Tablet works
The Etova-MR Forte Tablet contains Etodolac 400mg and Thiocolchicoside 8mg a pain-relieving medicine. Etodolac is an analgesic and anti-inflammatory medication. It produces its action by inhibiting the release of chemical messengers which is responsible for pain and inflammation
Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant that produces its action by working in the center of your brain and spinal cord and relieves stiffness of your muscle it also helps to improve pain and muscle movement.
Etova-MR Forte Tablet Contraindication
Etova-MR Forte Tablet Side Effects
FAQs for Etova-MR Forte Tablet
Long-term use of this medicine may cause renal damage such as protein or blood in urine and painful urination. Kindly monitor the patient's kidney function.
Yes, the use of this medicine is considered an effective treatment to relieve pain and inflammation.
Yes, the use of this medicine makes you feel drowsy, fatigue and drowsiness but it is considered a common effect.
Precautions and general warning of Etova-MR Forte Tablet
Alcohol
It is considered unsafe to consume alcohol while taking this medication. Kindly consult with your doctor
Driving or operating machinery
It is considered unsafe to drive while you are receiving this medicine it may affect your ability to drive. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Pregnancy
It is considered unsafe during pregnancy because it may produce harmful effects on the fetus. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Limited information is available regarding the use of this medicine during breastfeeding. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Kidney Problem
It is considered safe to use this medicine in patients with renal function. The use of this medicine does not require dose modification. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Liver Disease
Limited information is available regarding the use of this medicine in patients with a history of hepatic impairment. Kindly consult with your doctor
How to Take Etova-MR Forte Tablet
The Tablet is taken orally with food. You should not chew, cut or crush the tablet. Dissolve it in a glass of water. Take this medicine as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Follow the direction mentioned within the label if you probably did not understand the appliance kindly ask your doctor or pharmacist to elucidate in detail. Do not withdraw the medicine when you feel better kindly complete the course of treatment to avoid reoccurrence.
Use of Etova-MR Forte Tablet in Adult
It is considered to be safe to use this medicine in an adult patient if the medicine is prescribed by a doctor. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Use of Etova-MR Forte Tablet in children
It is considered unsafe in children who are below 12 years old. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Use of Etova-MR Forte Tablet in Elderly Patients
The Etova-MR Forte Tablet should be used with caution in patients with an elderly age group, which leads to developing further medical problems, leads to worsening the patient's health conditions. Kindly consult with your doctor. Dose modification or replacement is required based on the medical conditions of the patient.
Other general warnings
Talk to your doctor if
General instructions
Etodolac 400mg and Thiocolchicoside 8mg a pain-relieving medicine used to treat pain that occurs due to muscle spasms. The combination of this medicine produces its action by inhibiting the release of chemical substances which cause pain by relieving the pain which is associated with muscle spasms.
Drug Interaction of Etova-MR Forte Tablet
Drug-Drug Interaction
Apixaban + Etodolac
The use of this drug is contraindicated because the combination of this drug increases the effect of anticoagulation
Captopril + Etodolac
Use alternative drug because the use of the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug may decrease the effectiveness of the antihypertensive drug and the combination of these drugs also decrease the renal functions
Aliskiren + Etodolac
Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of Etodolac will decrease the effect of aliskiren on other
Drug-Food Interaction
The use of alcohol may increase the nervous system side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentrating. Consuming alcohol is not recommended for the patients who are receiving this medicine.
Drug-Disease Interaction
Asthma + Etodolac
Therapy should be administered with caution in patients who are having asthma because the use of the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs) in asthma patients may cause nasal polyposis, pansinusitis, eosinophilia, and rhinitis. Before initiating the therapy ask the patients whether they are allergic to salicylate salts.
Heart failure+ Etodolac
Therapy should be administered with caution in patients with heart failure because the use of NSAIDs may cause fluid retention and edema
Hepatotoxicity + Etodolac
Therapy should be administered with caution in a patient with liver diseases because the use of NSAIDs may increase the serum transaminases, LDH, and alkaline phosphatase. And in rare cases, it may cause hepatotoxicity including liver cirrhosis, jaundice, and hepatic failure
Hypertension + Etodolac
Therapy should be administered with caution in patients with hypertension because the use of NSAIDs may increase blood pressure and cardiovascular events. During this course of treatment monitor the patient blood pressure
Renal toxicities + Etodolac
Therapy should be administered with caution in a patient with renal diseases because the use of NSAIDs may increase the serum creatinine, BUN, tubular necrosis, glomerulus, renal papillary necrosis, nephrotic syndrome, and cause renal failure.
Over Dose
Take the medicine as directed by the doctor don’t overdose on the medicine. If you have taken an overdose on this medicine immediately meet the doctor and rush to the nearby hospital.
Missed Dose
Take the medicine as directed by the doctor. Do not skip the medicine, if you forgot to take the medicine or missed the dose. It is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Don’t take the extra dose take the regular dose immediately. Don’t use the two-dose at one time (Double Dose).
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