Etovus-P Tablet

Short Description

Etovus-P Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine used to reduce pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Etovus-P Tablet can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Your doctor may change the dose and time between doses according to your pain level and your needs. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor. Some of the common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, indigestion, stomach pain, flatulence, swelling of hands and feet, and flu-like symptoms. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away with time, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these side effects by prescribing an alternative medicine or adjusting the dose.

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. Etovus-P Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Diarrhea Indigestion Stomach pain Flatulence Swelling of hands and feet Flu-like symptoms

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Etovus-P Tablet.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Etovus-P Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Etovus-P 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.

Etovus-P Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Etoricoxib and Paracetamol. Etoricoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and Paracetamol is an antipyretic (fever reducer). They work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and fever.

You have been prescribed Etovus-P Tablet to get relief from pain and inflammation. You can take the tablet either with or without food Although the tablets may work more quickly if they are taken without food. During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function. If you have asthma, symptoms such as wheeze or breathlessness can be made worse by Etovus-P Tablet. If this happens to you, see your doctor as soon as possible.