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Mindona is indicated in cases of osteoarthritis, acute gout attacks or pseudo-gout, pain after surgery or tooth extraction, postpartum pain, acute musculoskeletal pain of many causes. Let's learn carefully the information, ingredients and how to use Mindona 200 in the following article.1. What are the effects of Mindona 200?
Mindona belongs to the group of pain relievers, antipyretics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and treats gout and osteoarthritis with the ingredient etodolac 200mg. The drug has antipyretic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects, but the strongest effect is anti-inflammatory in infectious conditions. Mindona is absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, metabolized mainly in the liver and excreted in the urine.2. Indications and contraindications of Mindona
2.1 Indications for the use of the drug Mindona Indications for the use of the drug Mindona in the following cases:
Osteoarthritis Acute gout or pseudo-gout Pain after surgery, tooth extraction or postpartum Dysmenorrhea Acute musculoskeletal pain caused by Many causes Besides the above uses, Mindona can also be used to treat a number of other conditions that are not listed above. Therefore, before taking the drug, consult your doctor for advice and effective use of the drug.
2.2 Contraindication to the use of Mindona is contraindicated to use Mindona in the following cases:
Patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any component of the drug History of asthma, urticaria or allergic reactions reactions following the use of aspirin or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents. Severe liver failure Severe kidney failure Children under 15 years of age Pregnant women in the last 3 months, and women who are breast-feeding
3. Usage and dosage of Mindona 200
3.1. How to use Mindona medicine is made in the form of tablets, so patients can use the drug on an empty or full stomach. You should take the medicine with a full glass of water to avoid stomach irritation.
3.2. Dosage The dosage of Mindona will depend on the patient's medical condition and age such as:
For osteoarthritis and gout, the maximum recommended dose is 1200mg/day Patients weighing < 60kg , the maximum total dose of 20mg/kg/day Pain in dentistry, the dose is 200mg, taken 3-4 times a day Extensor tendonitis, tenosynovitis, bursitis, elbow condylitis, plantar fasciitis and pain after episiotomy 400mg dose, 2-3 times a day. Patients need to use Mindona regularly to get the most benefit from it. To use the medicine safely, take Mindona exactly as directed by your doctor, do not use more, smaller or longer than prescribed. Absolutely do not abuse the drug for too long for a long time or arbitrarily increase the dose of the drug. Because this not only makes the condition worse, but also increases the risk of unwanted effects.
4. Unwanted effects when using Mindona 200
Some unwanted effects that may occur when using Mindona drugs include:
Chills Fever Digestive disorders: abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, flatulence, constipation, gastritis, diarrhea Black Dizziness Depression Irritation Rash Itching Blurred vision Tinnitus Difficulty urinating or frequent urination Edema Anemia Before prescribing a drug, the doctor always considers the benefits and effects that Mindona brings more than the risk of side effects. side use. However, in some cases when using Mindona, unwanted effects may still occur. Therefore, when there are unusual signs after taking the drug, especially when a severe allergic reaction occurs with accompanying signs such as difficulty breathing, severe dizziness, swelling, rash or itching of the face area. , throat, tongue,... In this case, the patient should immediately notify the medical staff for immediate intervention.
5. Some notes when using Mindona 200
Some notes when using Mindona medicine include:
Inform your doctor about a history of allergy to Mindona or any other allergies. Mindona may contain ingredients that don't work and could cause an allergic reaction or other serious problems. Indicate any medications you are taking, for example: prescription, nonprescription, herbal and dietary supplements, foods, or preservatives. Mindona should be used with caution in patients with renal failure, edema, high blood pressure, the elderly, heart failure and lactating women, patients with a history of peptic ulcer, gastrointestinal bleeding. During treatment, it is necessary to carefully monitor renal function and urine excretion in patients with liver failure, heart failure, chronic renal failure or patients taking diuretics. Check hemoglobin and hematocrit periodically for possible signs of anemia in patients taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Patients taking Mindona may cause a false-positive reaction to bilirubinuria due to the presence of phenolic metabolites of etodolac in the urine.
6. Management of missed dose and overdose Mindona
Missed dose: If you forget to take a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue taking the medicine as scheduled. Do not arbitrarily use the drug twice the dose more than the treatment regimen.
Overdose: Mindona overdose can cause serious symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, weakness,... Therefore, if you see unusual symptoms after taking the drug, Overdose, the patient should stop using and go to the nearest medical facility for examination and treatment.
7. Drug interactions
Drug interactions can reduce the effects of Mindona, or increase the effect of unwanted effects. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines, prescription drugs, and herbal products. Do not stop, start, or change the dose of any medicine without your doctor's consent without your doctor's consent.
Some drugs that may interact with Mindona include:
Stomach antacids can lower blood levels of etodolac Taking Mindona with aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs increases effects of drugs. Co-administration with warfarin reduces the protein binding of warfarin. Cycloserin, lithium, digoxin and methotrexate in combination with etodolac will decrease clearance and increase toxicity. Store Mindona at room temperature, away from light and away from moisture. Do not store Mindona in a humid place or in the freezer. Different medicines will have different storage methods, so read carefully the storage instructions for Mindona on the package, or ask your pharmacist. Keep Mindona out of the reach of children and family pets. When the drug expires, absolutely do not use, refer to effective treatment so as not to pollute the environment. Mindona is indicated in cases of osteoarthritis, acute gout or pseudo-gout, pain after surgery or tooth extraction, postpartum pain, acute musculoskeletal pain of many causes. To ensure effective use, users need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor, professional pharmacist.
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