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Etornext is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis. Secondary and off-label uses of Etornext have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Etornext. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Etornext also has some side effects, the most common being Fever. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Etornext as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Etornext normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Etornext has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Etornext's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Etornext since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Etornext contraindications section.
Besides this, Etornext may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Etornext, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Etornext 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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Is the use of Etornext safe for pregnant women?
Etornext shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Etornext safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Etornext. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Etornext on the Kidneys?
Etornext may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Etornext on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Etornext. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Etornext on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Etornext. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Etornext 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 Etornext unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etornext habit forming or addictive?
Etornext is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Etornext will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Etornext should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Etornext cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Etornext
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Etornext, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etornext
Taking Etornext with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Take one tablet of Etornext twice a day with or without food or as advised by your doctor. Etornext is not recommended for the children.
No, Etornext is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Etornext is used to treat gout. It provides relief from symptoms of gout such as pain, swelling, and stiffness. you are recommended to consult with your doctor before taking the drug.
Etornext work by preventing the impulse generation of pain in the central nervous system (CNS) and blocking the synthesis of prostaglandins through inhibition of enzymes (cyclooxygenase-1 and -2 also known as COX-1 and COX-2). Hence in this way, it provides relief from pain and inflammation.
Yes, you can discontinue the Etornext when you get relief from pain. You are recommended to consult with your doctor before discontinuing this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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