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Etrobax 90 Tablet
Prescription Required
Overview
Uses of Etrobax Tablet
Etrobax Tablet side effects
Common
- Flu-like symptoms
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Peripheral edema
- Flatulence
How to use Etrobax 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. Etrobax 90 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Etrobax Tablet works
Etrobax 90 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).
Etrobax Tablet related warnings
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Etrobax 90 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
No information is available on the use of Etrobax 90 Tablet during lactation. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
Etrobax 90 Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Etrobax 90 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Etrobax 90 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Etrobax 90 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Etrobax 90 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Etrobax 90 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Etrobax 90 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Etrobax 90 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Etrobax 90 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
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Expert Advice
- Etrobax 90 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 Etrobax 90 Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Interaction with Drugs
Taking Etrobax with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patients taking Etrobax 90 Tablet
Once A Day
84%
Twice A Day
14%
What were the side-effects while using Etrobax 90 Tablet?
No Side Effec*
50%
Palpitations
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How do you take Etrobax Tablet?
With food
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How much was the improvement?
Excellent12%
Average41%
Poor47%
Please rate Etrobax 90 Tablet on price
Not Expensive67%
Average33%
What are you using Etrobax Tablet for?
Rheumatoid ar*
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Ankylosing sp*
33%
Others
19%
Osteoarthriti*
9%
Gout
4%
*Rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Osteoarthritis
FAQs
Q. Is Etrobax a narcotic?
No. Etrobax is not a narcotic. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug(NSAID).
Q. Is Etrobax a painkiller?
Yes. It is a pain killer. It belongs to the class of medications known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
Q. What is the difference between Etrobax and celecoxib?
Both Etrobax and celecoxib are the medicines which inhibit an enzyme COX-2 (Cyclooxygenase-2) causes pain and inflammation. However, according to the research studies, Etrobax is better than celecoxib in terms of effectiveness.
Q. How to differentiate Etrobax and ibuprofen?
Etrobax is a Selective Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor which is an enzyme responsible for pain and inflammation but ibuprofen in a non-selective COX inhibitor which has more gastric side effects like gastric ulceration as compared to Etrobax.
Q. Can warfarin be used with Etrobax?
No. Etrobax should be avoided with warfarin as they both lead to increase in bleeding tendencies. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the medications. If given together then the therapy should be monitored closely.
Q. Can I use Etrobax for hypertension?
No. Etrobax is a pain killer. It should be avoided in hypertension as it can lead to failure of the antihypertensive therapy and there is increased risk of fluid retention and oedema.
Q. Can a patient of diabetes use Etrobax?
Normally painkillers are to be avoided in a patient with diabetes. Etrobax can increase the risk of kidney failure when given in a patient of diabetes with compromised renal function. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes before starting Etrobax.
Q. Can I take Etrobax along with Thiocolchicoside?
Yes. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant which is given in combination with Etrobax but it is not approved. Consult your doctor before starting this medication.
Q. How to differentiate Etrobax and meloxicam?
Meloxicam causes gastric toxicity and can lead to black stools due to bleeding whereas Etrobax is comparatively safer for the gastric mucosa. Etrobax has cardiovascular (heart attack and stroke) side effects.
Q. Can I take diclofenac along with Etrobax?
Both are pain killers. If they are taken together it increases the chances of side effects so better consult your doctor before starting them.
Q. Can I take paracetamol with Etrobax?
Yes. They can be taken together but it increases the chances of liver damage. It can only be taken after consultation with your doctor before starting any of these medications or in combination.
Q. Can I take pregabalin with Etrobax?
Yes. They can be taken together but you need to consult your doctor before starting any of these medications or in combination.
Q. Can I take tramadol along with Etrobax?
Yes. They can be taken together but you need to consult your doctor before starting any of these medications or in combination.
Q. Can acenocoumarol be taken along with Etrobax?
No. Etrobax should be avoided with acenocoumarol as they both lead to increase in bleeding tendencies. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the medications. If given together then the therapy should be monitored closely.
Q. How is naproxen different from Etrobax?
Naproxen is a non-selective Cyclooxygenase (COX) blocker whereas Etrobax is a selective COX-2 blocker. Etrobax has lesser gastric side effects. In research studies, Etrobax has been found to have better effectiveness but the side effects are more.
Q. How is etodolac different from Etrobax?
Etodolac and Etrobax both are COX-2 inhibitors, an enzyme associated with the pain and inflammation but the COX-1 selectivity for etodolac is more as compared to Etrobax.
Q. What is the contraindication for Etrobax?
Contraindications with Etrobax are allergy or hypersensitivity, heart disease, high blood pressure, renal failure, gastric ulceration, history of stroke, pregnancy, lactation and severe liver dysfunction.
Q. Can I use Etrobax for allergy?
No. Etrobax is not to be taken in a case of allergy.
Q. Can I use Etrobax for chest pain?
No. Etrobax is absolutely contraindicated in chest pain. Immediately consult your doctor if you have a chest pain.
Q. Can I use Etrobax for inflammation?
Yes. Etrobax can be used for inflammation. It helps to reduce the inflammation and pain associated with inflammation. Etrobax is associated with a lot of side effects so it is to give in shortest duration possible and the lowest effective daily dose.
Q. Can tonsillitis be treated with Etrobax?
No. Tonsillitis is caused due to infections in the tonsils which is most commonly by the bacteria. Antibiotics are used to treat tonsillitis. Etrobax is a pain killer and can be used only to reduce the pain associated with tonsillitis but only with a prescription of a doctor.
Q. Can tendonitis be treated with Etrobax?
Yes. Etrobax can be used for pain management. It helps to decrease the pain and reduces the inflammation associated with the tendonitis. Etrobax is associated with a lot of side effects so it is to give in shortest duration possible and the lowest effective daily dose.
Q. Can I use Etrobax for pain?
Yes. Etrobax can be used for pain management. It helps to decrease the pain and reduces the inflammation associated with the condition. Etrobax is associated with a lot of side effects so it is to give in shortest duration possible and the lowest effective daily dose.
Q. Can I use Etrobax in fever?
No. Etrobax is a pain killer. It is not a medicine to be taken for fever.
Q. Can I use Etrobax in sciatica?
Yes. Etrobax can be used to decrease the pain but it does not cure the condition. Sciatica is a disease which is caused due to problems in the nerve and vertebral column. Etrobax acts as a pain killer and only decreases the pain. Consult your doctor if you are diagnosed with sciatica for proper treatment.
Q. Can I use Etrobax for arthritis and pain management?
Yes. Etrobax can be used for arthritis and pain management. It helps to decrease the pain and reduces the inflammation associated with the condition. Etrobax is associated with a lot of side effects so it is to give in shortest duration possible and the lowest effective daily dose.
Q. Can I use Etrobax for ankylosing spondylitis?
Yes. Etrobax can be used for ankylosing spondylitis. It helps to decrease the pain and reduces the inflammation associated with the condition.
Q. Can I take Etrobax for a sore throat?
Sore throat is mostly caused by bacteria so antibiotics are given to treat a sore throat whereas Etrobax is a pain killer so it can be given in cases of throat pain associated with it but only under the prescription of a doctor.
Q. Can I take Etrobax for a migraine?
Etrobax is a pain killer but it is not approved for the treatment of pain associated with a migraine.
Q. Can dental pain be treated with Etrobax?
Yes. Etrobax can be given in the dental pain as shown by the research studies. It is mostly recommended for Postoperative dental surgery pain. Do consult your doctor and inform if any ongoing medicines before starting Etrobax.
Q. Can I take Etrobax for gout treatment?
Etrobax can be given for acute gout as shown by the research studies. It provides relief by decreasing the pain and inflammation associated with gout.
Q. Can I take oral contraceptives with Etrobax?
When oral contraceptives and Etrobax is given, there are increased levels of oestrogen in the body which can lead to oestrogen related side effects like clots in a deep leg vein. So if at all Etrobax is prescribed by a doctor do inform you are taking oral contraceptive.
Q. Can I take methotrexate with Etrobax?
Blood levels of methotrexate is increased when it is given with Etrobax. Proper monitoring of the blood levels and adequate dose adjustments are required if they are prescribed together.
Q. Can I take lithium with Etrobax?
Etrobax decrease lithium renal excretion and therefore increase lithium plasma levels. If necessary, monitor blood lithium closely and adjust the lithium dosage while the combination is being taken.
Q. Can I take Etrobax with tacrolimus?
No. You should avoid Etrobax with tacrolimus. It increases the risk of kidney damage by many folds when these two are given together.
Q. Can I take Etrobax for osteoarthritis?
Yes, you can take Etrobax for osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a joint disease and Etrobax may help in reducing the pain associated with the disease.
Q. Can I take Etrobax in heart disease?
No, you should not take Etrobax if you have heart disease or increased risk of heart disease. Etrobax increases the risk of heart attack, stroke and hypertension. Inform your doctor if you have heart disease before you start taking Etrobax.
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