Atolac
Atolac Products are primarily used for
Pain relief
About Atolac Products
Uses of Atolac Products
Etodolac is used for pain relief. It relieves pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Atolac Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Atolac are Vomiting, Nausea, Dizziness, Diarrhea, Heartburn, Abdominal pain, Flatulence, Dyspepsia.
How Atolac Products work
Etodolac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Patient Concerns about Atolac Products
Frequently asked questions about Atolac Products
Frequently asked questions about Etodolac
Q. Is Atolac 400mg Tablet a narcotic?
No, Atolac 400mg Tablet is not a narcotic. It belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines.
Q. Does Atolac 400mg Tablet get you high?
No, Atolac 400mg Tablet does not get you high. It does not have an abuse potential (drug-seeking behavior) and does not cause physical or psychological dependence. However, if you do not feel well, consult your doctor.
Q. Who should not use Atolac 400mg Tablet?
Use of Atolac 400mg Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Atolac 400mg Tablet or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Atolac 400mg Tablet for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. Can Atolac 400mg Tablet hurt your kidneys?
Long-term use and high doses of Atolac 400mg Tablet may cause renal problems, such as protein or blood in urine and pain during urination. Patients who had or have heart failure, impaired kidney function and hypertension are at risk of kidney problems. The risk of developing kidney problems is also high in patients who are on medicines which cause excess urination (diuretics), or medicines which have significant impact on kidney function. Along with that, Atolac 400mg Tablet can affect kidneys of patients who are above 65 years of age or who remain dehydrated. Therefore, kidney function monitoring is recommended for such patients.
Q. Does Atolac 400mg Tablet make you drowsy?
Atolac 400mg Tablet can cause drowsiness and also dizziness, fatigue (tiredness) and visual disturbances. However, it is not very common and may not affect everyone. If you experience these symptoms avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
Q. Is Atolac 400mg Tablet effective?
Atolac 400mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Atolac 400mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.