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Epolis 400mg Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

ETODOLAC-400MG

Uses:

Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis

Medicinal Benefits:

Epolis 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, Epolis 400mg Tablet helps treat pain associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

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Epolis 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 Epolis 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.

Epolis 400mg Tablet might cause stomach-upset, abdominal pain and indigestion. To prevent this take Epolis 400mg Tablet with or after food.

Do not take Epolis 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 Epolis 400mg Tablet or any medicine as it could lead to unpleasant side-effects. Take Epolis 400mg Tablet only as prescribed by your doctor. Rush to your nearest doctor as early as possible if you have overdosed on Epolis 400mg Tablet. Symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, blood in stools/faeces.

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