Etova 400 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Etova 400 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Etova 400 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Etova 400 Mg Tablet are Fever. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Etova 400 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Etova 400 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Etova 400 Mg Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Etova 400 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Etova 400 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Etova 400 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Etova 400 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Etova 400 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Etova 400 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Etova 400 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Etova 400 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Etova 400 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Etova. If you are pregnant, do not take Etova without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Etova 400 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Etova. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Etova 400 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Etova can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Etova 400 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Etova. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Etova only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Etova 400 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Etova. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Etova 400 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etova 400 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etova 400 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Etova 400 Mg Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Etova 400 Mg Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Etova 400 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Etova 400 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Etova 400 Mg Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Etova 400 Mg Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etova 400 Mg Tablet
Taking Etova 400 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Take Etova for 1-2 weeks to get the full benefits of this drug or as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Etova may cause weight gain. It is one of serious side effect of this drug, if you experience any unusual weight gain you should consult it with your doctor and stop taking this drug until you talk to your doctor.
Yes, you can take Etova with paracetamol. Fixed-Dose combinations are available in the market and used as pain-killer. You are recommended to consult with a doctor before taking this combination.
Take one tablet of Etova twice a day with or without food or as advised by your doctor. Etova is not recommended for the children.
Yes, you can take Etova with thiocolchicoside. Fixed-Dose combinations are available in the market to treat Muscle spasms. You are recommended to consult with a doctor before taking this combination.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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