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Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

ETODOLAC-600MG

Uses:

Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis

Medicinal Benefits:

Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER works by blocking the effect of a chemical messenger in the body, known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes that make another chemical prostaglandins. These prostaglandins are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, fewer prostaglandins are produced, which reduces mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. Thus, Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER helps treat pain associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

FAQs

Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers (prostaglandin), thereby helping in reducing joint pain, stiffness, swelling and inflammation.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience excess diarrhoea consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER might cause stomach-upset, abdominal pain and indigestion. To prevent this take Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER with or after food.

Do not take Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER for longer durations or high doses as it may cause heart attack or stroke. Do not exceed the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.

Do not overdose on Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER or any medicine as it could lead to unpleasant side-effects. Take Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER only as prescribed by your doctor. Rush to your nearest doctor as early as possible if you have overdosed on Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER. Symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, blood in stools/faeces.

Yes, Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER might affect certain test results like blood or urine tests. Inform your doctor that you are taking Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER before undergoing any tests.

Yes, the use of Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER can make the skin very sensitive to sunlight which can even cause sunburn. So, whenever you step out of home try to apply sunscreen on your skin.

Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER can increase your risk of a fatal heart attack or stroke. If you have any recent heart bypass surgery, do not use Mytodac 600mg Tablet ER.