Etodolac+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Pain relief |
| Therapy | Anti-Inflammatory, Analgesic/Antipyretic |
| Side Effects | Nausea, vomiting, loose motion, constipation |
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Molecule Description
Etodolac+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen is a pain-relieving medicine containing a combination of etodolac and paracetamol as its active ingredients. It is used to relieve pain and inflammation. Etodolac and paracetamol work by inhibiting the synthesis of a natural substance called prostaglandin which is responsible for swelling and pain. Nausea or vomiting, loose motion or constipation, indigestion, heartburn are some of the side effects of using this medicine. If side effects do not go away on their own or your condition doesn't improve over time then inform your doctor.
Uses
It is used to treat symptoms such as pain and swelling in patients suffering osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis.
Contraindications
When should one not use Etodolac+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen
- If you are allergic to etodolac, paracetamol or any other ingredients of Etodolac+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen.
- If you have allergic reactions such as swelling of the face or throat, breathing difficulty after taking other medicines such as aspirin, ibuprofen, etc.
- If you have an ulcer or bleeding in your stomach or bowel.
- If you had a perforation of the stomach or bowel after taking other medicines such as ibuprofen, aspirin, diclofenac, etc.
- If you have severe liver disease, severe kidney disease or severe heart disease.
- If you are pregnant and completed 6 months of pregnancy.
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Loose motion
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Heartburn
- Stomach pain
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have heart disease, liver disease or kidney disease.
- You have a blood disorder.
- You have high blood pressure.
- You have swelling of feet, ankles or legs.
- You have asthma or difficulty breathing.
- You have diabetes.
- Your doctor tells you that your blood cholesterol level is high.
- You are a smoker.
- You have indigestion with some type of sugars.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Etodolac and paracetamol work by inhibiting the synthesis of a natural substance called prostaglandin which is responsible for swelling and pain.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Etodolac+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially if you are taking medicines such as painkillers, steroids and water pills.
Dosage
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach pain, loose motion, sleepiness, dizziness, ringing in the ears, fainting, etc. If you have taken too much of this medicine then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine then take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.
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