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Etodolac + Thiocolchicoside
INFORMATION ABOUT ETODOLAC + THIOCOLCHICOSIDE
Etodolac + Thiocolchicoside Uses
Etodolac+Thiocolchicoside is used in pain due to muscle spasm.
How Etodolac + Thiocolchicoside works
Etodolac + Thiocolchicoside is a combination of two medicines: Etodolac and Thiocolchicoside, which relieves pain and relaxes the muscles.
Common side effects of Etodolac + Thiocolchicoside
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
Nausea, Vomiting, Heartburn, Stomach pain/epigastric pain, Loss of appetite, Indigestion, Sleepiness
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Lipika Khurana
PGDHHM, BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
18 Feb 2020 | 11:54 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Etodolac + Thiocolchicoside
  • Etodolac + Thiocolchicoside helps relieve pain and muscle spasm that may occur due to strains, sprains, and muscle injuries.
  • It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Etodolac + Thiocolchicoside as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Frequently asked questions for Etodolac + Thiocolchicoside
No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
Etodolac+Thiocolchicoside is usually used for short term and can be discontinued when the pain is relieved. However, Etodolac+Thiocolchicoside should be continued if the doctor advises you to do so.
Yes, the use of Etodolac+Thiocolchicoside can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
The use of Etodolac+Thiocolchicoside is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to painkillers or any of the components or excipients of this medicine. The use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with a history of stomach ulcers or active, recurrent stomach ulcer/bleeding. It should also be avoided in patients with a history of heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
Yes, the long-term use of Etodolac+Thiocolchicoside can cause damage to the kidneys. Normal kidneys produce a chemical called prostaglandins that protects them from damage. Use of painkillers lowers the levels of prostaglandins in the body leading to kidney damage on long-term use. Use of painkillers is not recommended to patients with underlying kidney disease.
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.