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Penlagon 400mg Tablet Substitute
Penlagon 400mg Tablet Substitute
Verified Ingredients and Effects
Composition:
ETODOLAC-400MG
Uses:
Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis
Medicinal Benefits:
Penlagon 400mg Tablet 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, Penlagon 400mg Tablet helps treat pain associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
FAQs
Penlagon 400mg Tablet 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 Penlagon 400mg Tablet. 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.
Penlagon 400mg Tablet might cause stomach-upset, abdominal pain and indigestion. To prevent this take Penlagon 400mg Tablet with or after food.
Do not take Penlagon 400mg Tablet 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 Penlagon 400mg Tablet or any medicine as it could lead to unpleasant side-effects. Take Penlagon 400mg Tablet only as prescribed by your doctor. Rush to your nearest doctor as early as possible if you have overdosed on Penlagon 400mg Tablet. Symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, blood in stools/faeces.
Yes, Penlagon 400mg Tablet might affect certain test results like blood or urine tests. Inform your doctor that you are taking Penlagon 400mg Tablet before undergoing any tests.
Yes, the use of Penlagon 400mg Tablet 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.
Penlagon 400mg Tablet can increase your risk of a fatal heart attack or stroke. If you have any recent heart bypass surgery, do not use Penlagon 400mg Tablet.