Etova Injection
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Product introduction
Etova Injection is a pain-relieving medicine. It effectively alleviates pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and acute pain. It is given in cases where oral administration is not possible.
Etova Injection is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. Inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease or stroke. Please consult your doctor in case any injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness are observed.
Vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, and indigestion are some of the common side effects that might be observed on taking this medicine. It may also cause dizziness, drowsiness, or visual disturbances. Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long-term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
Uses of Etova Injection
Benefits of Etova Injection
In Pain relief
Etova Injection belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It 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.
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.
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 Etova Injection
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 Etova
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain/epigastric pain
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Indigestion
How to use Etova Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Etova Injection works
Etova Injection 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).
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Etova Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Etova Injection 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
Etova Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Etova Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Etova Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Etova Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Etova Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Etova Injection?
If you miss a dose of Etova Injection, consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Etova Injection to relieve pain and inflammation.
- Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
- It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Etova Injection as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components, if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Indolyl Carboxylic Acids Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (acetic acid)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Etova with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
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Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Methotrexate with Etodolac. Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adju
Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious damage to the kidneys.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your tacrolimus levels, potassium levels and kidney
Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Methotrexate with Etodolac. Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adju
Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Methotrexate with Etodolac. Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adju
Patient concerns
FAQs
How should Etova Injection be administered?
Etova Injection injection should only be given by a healthcare professional. It can be given deep into the muscle (intramuscularly), preferably in the buttock, under the skin (subcutaneously), or directly into a vein (intravenously) as a bolus and not an infusion. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Etova Injection.
Is Etova Injection a narcotic?
No, Etova Injection is not a narcotic. It belongs to the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines.
Does Etova Injection get you high?
No, Etova Injection 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.
Who should not use Etova Injection?
Use of Etova Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Etova Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Etova Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.
Can Etova Injection hurt your kidneys?
Long-term use and high doses of Etova Injection 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 that cause excess urination (diuretics), or medicines that have a significant impact on kidney function. Along with that, Etova Injection can affect the kidneys of patients who are above 65 years of age or who remain dehydrated. Therefore, kidney function monitoring is recommended for such patients.
Does Etova Injection make you drowsy?
Etova Injection 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.
Is Etova Injection effective?
Etova Injection 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 Etova Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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Name: Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Address: 142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra
Country of origin: India
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