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Etacib 60 Tablet

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Product introduction

Etacib 60 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 in people 16 years of age and older.

Etacib 60 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 indigestion, stomach pain, constipation, edema, dizziness, headache, irregular heartbeat, and increased blood pressure. 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 ulcer or bleeding in your stomach, high blood pressure, or have 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. You should also avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Heavy drinking can cause excessive drowsiness.


Uses of Etacib Tablet

Benefits of Etacib Tablet

In Pain relief

Etacib 60 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 it is 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 to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side effects of Etacib 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 Etacib

  • Palpitations
  • High blood pressure
  • Dizziness
  • Stomach inflammation
  • Abdominal pain
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Edema (swelling)
  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Bronchospasm
  • Gastro-esophageal reflux disease
  • Dyspepsia
  • Oral ulcer
  • Increased alanine aminotransferase
  • Increased aspartate aminotransferase
  • Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath)
  • Weakness
  • Flu-like symptoms
  • Flatulence
  • Dry socket

How to use Etacib 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. Etacib 60 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Etacib Tablet works

Etacib 60 Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) called COX-2 inhibitors. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Etacib 60 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Etacib 60 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Etacib 60 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Etacib 60 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Etacib 60 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Etacib 60 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Etacib 60 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Etacib 60 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Etacib Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Etacib 60 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

  • Etacib 60 Tablet helps relieve pain and inflammation.
  • It 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.
  • Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
  • 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, and 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 Etacib 60 Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
  • Etacib 60 Tablet helps relieve pain and inflammation.
  • It 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.
  • Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
  • 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, and 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 Etacib 60 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

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Patient concerns

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One of my teeth is sensitive. It some times pains
Dr. Abhijit Gambhir
Dental Surgery
sensitivity has many causative factors for relief of pain you can take pain killers it will give temporary relief
fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
No take Crocin for pain relief
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FAQs

How long do I need to take Etacib 60 Tablet?

You need to take Etacib 60 Tablet as long as your doctor recommends taking it. For dental pain, it is usually prescribed for 3 days, but if it is being used for acute pain conditions then it should be given as long as the pain lasts and not exceeding 8 days. Usually, for arthritis, it is prescribed for long-term use, which may vary from person to person.

How should Etacib 60 Tablet be taken?

Take Etacib 60 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Etacib 60 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Taking the medicine without food can enhance the working of the medicine. Furthermore, do not exceed the dose recommended by your doctor.

Does Etacib 60 Tablet cause sleepiness?

In some patients Etacib 60 Tablet causes sleepiness, feeling of spinning (vertigo), and dizziness. If one experiences these symptoms then driving or operating machinery should be avoided.

Does Etacib 60 Tablet have any effect on birth control pills?

Taking Etacib 60 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 Etacib 60 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 Etacib 60 Tablet you should not take high doses of aspirin and other anti-inflammatory medicines, as they may increase your risk of stomach ulcers.

How long does Etacib 60 Tablet take to work?

Pain relief has been observed after about 4 hours of starting Etacib 60 Tablet. Full effect may take a little longer and may vary from person to person.

Is Etacib 60 Tablet a painkiller?

Yes, Etacib 60 Tablet is a pain killer. It helps to 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 Etacib 60 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 Etacib 60 Tablet since the medicine can further impair the function. The uncommon side effects of Etacib 60 Tablet related to kidneys include proteins in urine, serum creatinine increased, and kidney failure.

How long do I need to take Etacib 60 Tablet?

You need to take Etacib 60 Tablet as long as your doctor recommends taking it. For dental pain, it is usually prescribed for 3 days, but if it is being used for acute pain conditions then it should be given as long as the pain lasts and not exceeding 8 days. Usually, for arthritis, it is prescribed for long-term use, which may vary from person to person.

How should Etacib 60 Tablet be taken?

Take Etacib 60 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Etacib 60 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Taking the medicine without food can enhance the working of the medicine. Furthermore, do not exceed the dose recommended by your doctor.

Does Etacib 60 Tablet cause sleepiness?

In some patients Etacib 60 Tablet causes sleepiness, feeling of spinning (vertigo), and dizziness. If one experiences these symptoms then driving or operating machinery should be avoided.

Does Etacib 60 Tablet have any effect on birth control pills?

Taking Etacib 60 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 Etacib 60 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 Etacib 60 Tablet you should not take high doses of aspirin and other anti-inflammatory medicines, as they may increase your risk of stomach ulcers.

How long does Etacib 60 Tablet take to work?

Pain relief has been observed after about 4 hours of starting Etacib 60 Tablet. Full effect may take a little longer and may vary from person to person.

Is Etacib 60 Tablet a painkiller?

Yes, Etacib 60 Tablet is a pain killer. It helps to 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 Etacib 60 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 Etacib 60 Tablet since the medicine can further impair the function. The uncommon side effects of Etacib 60 Tablet related to kidneys include proteins in urine, serum creatinine increased, and kidney failure.

How long do I need to take Etacib 60 Tablet?

You need to take Etacib 60 Tablet as long as your doctor recommends taking it. For dental pain, it is usually prescribed for 3 days, but if it is being used for acute pain conditions then it should be given as long as the pain lasts and not exceeding 8 days. Usually, for arthritis, it is prescribed for long-term use, which may vary from person to person.

How should Etacib 60 Tablet be taken?

Take Etacib 60 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Etacib 60 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Taking the medicine without food can enhance the working of the medicine. Furthermore, do not exceed the dose recommended by your doctor.

Does Etacib 60 Tablet cause sleepiness?

In some patients Etacib 60 Tablet causes sleepiness, feeling of spinning (vertigo), and dizziness. If one experiences these symptoms then driving or operating machinery should be avoided.

Does Etacib 60 Tablet have any effect on birth control pills?

Taking Etacib 60 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 Etacib 60 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 Etacib 60 Tablet you should not take high doses of aspirin and other anti-inflammatory medicines, as they may increase your risk of stomach ulcers.

How long does Etacib 60 Tablet take to work?

Pain relief has been observed after about 4 hours of starting Etacib 60 Tablet. Full effect may take a little longer and may vary from person to person.

Is Etacib 60 Tablet a painkiller?

Yes, Etacib 60 Tablet is a pain killer. It helps to 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 Etacib 60 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 Etacib 60 Tablet since the medicine can further impair the function. The uncommon side effects of Etacib 60 Tablet related to kidneys include proteins in urine, serum creatinine increased, and kidney failure.

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