Etova-P 400 Tablet

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:08 AM (IST)

Etova-P 400 Tablet is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to reduce pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It may also be used to relieve fever, muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.

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General Information

Contains

Etodolac (400mg)+ Paracetamol (325mg)

Marketer

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Etova-P 400 Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. 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 nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, heartburn, and diarrhea. 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 you with ways to reduce or prevent the side effects.

The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, liver, or have stomach ulcers. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should first consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Uses of Etova-P Tablet

Pain relief

Benefits of Etova-P Tablet

Pain relief
Etova-P 400 Tablet relieves pain, reduce swelling and ease inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondolytis. It also helps to manage short term symptoms such as muscle and back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat if taken when the first sign of pain occurs. It works by reducing substances in the body that causes pain and swelling. Etova-P 400 Tablet also reduces fever associated with various painful conditions. Etova-P 400 Tablet works quickly, usually within a few hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor.

Side effects of Etova-P 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 Etova-P

Nausea
Diarrhea
Stomach pain/epigastric pain
Loss of appetite
Heartburn

How to use Etova-P 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. Etova-P 400 Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Etova-P Tablet works

Etova-P 400 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Etodolac and Paracetamol. These medicines work by blocking the action of chemical messengers responsible for pain, fever and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Quick tips

You have been prescribed this combination medicine for relieving pain and inflammation.
Take it with food to avoid getting an upset stomach.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Etova-P 400 Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
Do not take it with any other medicine containing acetaminophen (drugs for pain/fever or cough-and-cold) without asking your doctor first.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Etova-P 400 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Etova-P 400 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

Etova-P 400 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Etova-P 400 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Etova-P 400 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Etova-P 400 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advisable while you are taking this medicine.

Liver

CAUTION

Etova-P 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Etova-P 400 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Etova-P 400 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

Will Etova-P 400 Tablet be more effective if taken in higher doses?

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.

Can the use of Etova-P 400 Tablet cause dizziness?

Yes, the use of Etova-P 400 Tablet 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.

Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Etova-P 400 Tablet?

The use of Etova-P 400 Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to any of the component or excipients of this medicine. It should also be avoided in patients with known allergy to other painkillers. The use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with a history of stomach ulcers or in patients with 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.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Etova-P 400 Tablet?

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.

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Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

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User feedback

Patients taking Etova-P 400 Tablet

Twice A Day

53%

Once A Day

44%

Thrice A Day

What are you using Etova-P Tablet for?

Others

43%

Pain during menstruation

14%

Rheumatoid arthritis

14%

Fever

14%

Headache

14%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

36%

Average

33%

Excellent

31%

What were the side-effects while using Etova-P 400 Tablet?

No Side Effect

100%

How do you take Etova-P Tablet?

With food

67%

With or without food

33%

Please rate Etova-P 400 Tablet on price

Average

100%

Patient concerns

My mother has rheumatoid arthritis and she is prescribed with mext 7.5 f with proxym 300 shall she continue taking these tablets and can she take Etova 300mg instead of proxym 300

Dr. Akshat Goel

Orthopaedics

Etova will be better Add tab Saaz 500mg twice daily

Infection near nail of little finger

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

Take tab zerodol p for pain relief Get CBC and RBS checked

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Name: Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Address: 142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra

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Country of origin: India

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