Etrik 90 Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for relieving moderate pain and swelling of joints associated with different forms of gout and arthritis. It effectively alleviates pain, redness, and swelling.
Etrik 90 Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should take it as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended.
The most common side effects of this medicine include stomach pain, edema, dizziness, headache, irregular heartbeat, and increased blood pressure. These are not usually serious but if you are worried, ask your doctor about ways of reducing or preventing them.
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of ulcer or bleeding in your stomach, high blood pressure, or have any trouble with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment. You should also avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Heavy drinking can cause excessive drowsiness.
Etrik 90 Tablet is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis or even after a dental (tooth-related) surgery.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ETRIK TABLET
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 side effects of Etrik
Palpitations
High blood pressure
Dizziness
Bronchospasm
Stomach inflammation
Increased liver enzymes
Abdominal pain
Vomiting
Nausea
Edema (swelling)
Headache
Constipation
Diarrhea
Gastro-esophageal reflux disease
Dyspepsia
Oral ulcer
Increased alanine aminotransferase
Increased aspartate aminotransferase
Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath)
Weakness
Flu-like symptoms
Flatulence
Dry socket
HOW TO USE ETRIK 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. Etrik 90 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW ETRIK TABLET WORKS
Etrik 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).
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Etrik 90 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Etrik 90 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Etrik 90 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Etrik 90 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Etrik 90 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Etrik 90 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Etrik 90 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Etrik 90 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Etrik 90 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Etrik 90 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ETRIK TABLET?
If you miss a dose of Etrik 90 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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