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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Oct 22, 2024 | 7:36 PM IST
ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET is used to relieve pain associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, acute pain, chronic low back pain and muscle spasms. It contains Etoricoxib and Thiocolchicoside, which blocks the effect of chemical messengers, responsible for pain and inflammation. Also, it works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain and helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements. It may cause common side effects such as flatulence, nausea, diarrhoea, indigestion, and swelling of hands and feet. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Jan-27

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About ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET

ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET belongs to a group of medicines called Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) used to relieve pain associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, acute pain, chronic low back pain and muscle spasms. Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body. Muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary contractions of the muscle, which can be painful and uncomfortable.

ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET is a combination of two drugs: Etoricoxib (NSAID) and Thiocolchicoside (Muscle relaxant). Etoricoxib blocks the effect of chemical messengers, which cause pain and inflammation. Thiocolchicoside works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby helping relieve pain due to muscle spasms.

You are advised to take ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as flatulence, nausea, diarrhoea, indigestion, and swelling of hands and feet. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET may cause sleepiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET as it could lead to increased dizziness; it might also increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET

Treatment of Pain, inflammation and muscle spasms.

Medicinal Benefits

ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET is a combination of two drugs: Etoricoxib (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) and Thiocolchicoside (Muscle relaxant). ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET is used for the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, ankylosing spondylitis, acute pain, chronic low back pain and muscle spasms. Etoricoxib blocks the effect of a chemical messenger known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme that makes another chemical, prostaglandins, which are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, lesser prostaglandins are produced. This helps in reducing mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. Thiocolchicoside works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby helping relieve pain due to muscle spasms.

Directions for Use

Take ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET with or after food. Swallow ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET as a whole with a glass of water, do not chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET

  • Flatulence
  • Indigestion
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Swelling of hands and feet
  • Irregular heartbeat

Drug Warnings

Do not take ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have stomach ulcers, have suffered bleeding problems, clotting problems, inflammatory bowel disease, severe heart, liver or kidney problems, galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption. If you have had any recent heart surgery, do not take ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET as it may increase the risk of fatal heart attack or stroke. Inform your doctor before taking ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET if you have/had stomach bleeding or ulcers, heart failure, high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, kidney or liver impairment. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET may cause sleepiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET should not be given to children as safety have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET as it could lead to increased drowsiness and can increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Stop taking ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you have stomach pain or any signs of bleeding in the intestine or stomach, such as blood in stools. Do not take any other NSAIDs for pain relief along with ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET unless prescribed.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET may interact with pain killers (aspirin), bronchodilators (salbutamol), anti-depressants (lithium), cardiac glycoside (digoxin), anti-hypertensives (enalapril, ramipril, losartan, valsartan, minoxidil), antibiotics (rifampicin), blood thinners (warfarin), immunosuppressants (cyclosporine, tacrolimus), and anti-rheumatoid (methotrexate).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption while taking ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET as it might cause increased dizziness and risk of stomach bleeding.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have stomach ulcers, blood disorders, stomach disorders, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption, heart, kidney or liver problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • SALBUTAMOL
  • LITHIUM
  • DIGOXIN
  • ENALAPRIL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • LOSARTAN
  • VALSARTAN
  • MINOXIDIL
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • WARFARIN
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • TACROLIMUS
  • METHOTREXATE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Physical activity helps in strengthening muscles and relieves joint stiffness. Gentle activities like 20-30minutes of walking or swimming would be helpful.

  • Performing yoga may also help in improving joint flexibility and pain management.

  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.

  • Get adequate sleep as resting the muscles can help in reducing inflammation and swelling.

  • Follow heat or cold therapy, apply a cold or hot compress on the joints for 15-20minutes regularly.

  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listen to soothing music.

  • Acupuncture, massage and physical therapy may also be helpful.

  • Eat food rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.

  • Foods containing flavonoids help in reducing inflammation. These include soy, berries, broccoli, grapes and green tea.

  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Special Advise

  • ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with a history of gastrointestinal ulcers or bleeding since it may worsen the patient's condition.

  • ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients suffering from high blood pressure and receiving high blood pressure medicines due to the increased risk of altered blood pressure. Close monitoring of blood pressure levels is recommended for such patients.

  • Drink plenty of water and fluids. Give proper rest to your body and avoid straining of muscles or tendons.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pain: Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body. Pain may be dull or sharp; it might be constant or may come and go. The common causes of pain include headache, muscle strain, cramps, cuts, bone fractures and arthritis.

Osteoarthritis: It is a joint disease in which the two ends of the joints come together due to the breakdown of a protective covering of cartilage. Due to the absence of this protective covering, the joints rub against each other, leading to pain and stiffness. Symptoms include pain, stiffness, inflammation and tenderness.

Rheumatoid arthritis: It is an auto-immune disease (the body's immune system attacks its tissue), leading to joint pain and damage. Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include pain, swelling, stiffness, deformities and loss of joint function. 

Ankylosing spondylitis: It causes pain and stiffness in the spine. The pain generally starts in the lower back and can spread to the neck, damaged joints or other body parts. Ankylosing spondylitis includes decreased flexibility which usually leads to hunched-forward posture and pain in joints.

Gout: It is caused due to deposits of uric acid crystals in the joints, which leads to pain and inflammation in the joints. Symptoms include pain, swelling and redness in the joints, mostly the big toe.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET as it may increase drowsiness. It can also increase the risk of stomach bleeding.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET; your doctor will decide whether ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET should not be given to children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET is used to relieve pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, acute pain, chronic low back pain and muscle spasms.
ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET contains Etoricoxib and Thiocolchicoside. Etoricoxib blocks the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation. Thiocolchicoside works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby helping relieve pain due to muscle spasms.
ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET is used to reduce and relieve pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Arthritis is tenderness and swelling in the joints.
Avoid taking ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET if you have stomach ulcers, bleeding problems or heart problems. Talk to your doctor regarding your concerns, he/she may prescribe alternate medicine.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET. Drink enough fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET might cause swelling of feet and hands due to fluid retention (oedema). While lying down, raise your legs above by putting a pillow below them. Follow a low-salt diet as it might help in reducing fluid build-up.
ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET, if taken along with birth control pills, might increase the risk of side-effects. Please consult your doctor, he/she may suggest an alternate method of contraception.
ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from the infection since it may mask the symptoms of an infection, such as a fever. Frequent clinical monitoring is recommended for such patients.
ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET should be continued for as long as advised by your doctor, when used for long-term pain relief. It can be discontinued if you are using it for short-term pain relief.
Yes, the use of ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET can cause dizziness (feeling faint, lightheaded, weak, or unsteady) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
The side effects of ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET include stomach pain, indigestion, nausea, diarrhoea, flatulence, irregular heartbeat or swelling of hands and feet. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to painkillers (NSAIDS) or any of the components or excipients of this medicine, in patients with a history of stomach ulcers or in patients with active, recurrent stomach ulcer / bleeding. Also, it should be avoided in patients with history of high blood pressure, heart failure, and kidney or liver disease.
Yes, you can take ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET with Vitamin B-complex. While ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET helps to relieve pain, Vitamin B-complex can help to correct the vitamin deficiency that might be causing your symptoms.
Yes, the long-term use of ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET can cause damage to the kidneys. Normal kidneys produce prostaglandins, a chemical that protects them from damage. Long term use of painkillers lowers the prostaglandins levels in the body leading to kidney damage. Therefore, painkillers are not recommended to patients with underlying kidney disease.
No, taking ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET in higher doses will not make it more effective, rather it can increase the side effects. If the symptoms worsen, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
Yes, you can take ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET with or without food or as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.
ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with gastrointestinal disorders or mild kidney or liver problems. Also, it may mask signs of inflammation such as fever.
No, you are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET as it may increase drowsiness and the risk of stomach bleeding.
If you suspect you have taken overdose of ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET, please seek medical help immediately as it may increase the risk of serious side effects.
No, store ETROBAX MR 8MG TABLET at room temperature. Protect from light and moisture. Keep it away from reach of children.

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