Side Effects:

Common Abdominal pain, Palpitations, Nausea, Vomiting, Headache, Heartburn, Gastritis, Dizziness, Constipation, Edema, Diarrhoea, Dyspepsia, Increased blood pressure, Flatulence.

Common Coating on tongue.

Expert advice for Eldoflam Tablet
It can be taken with or without food. Eldoflam may cause fewer stomach problems as compared with other NSAIDs like Ibuprofen or Naproxen. It can also affect kidneys or cause permanent kidney damage if taken for a long time. Eldoflam can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Expert advice for Simethicone
It is better to take with food or at bedtime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Eldoflam a narcotic?
No. Eldoflam is not a narcotic. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug(NSAID).

Q. Is Eldoflam a painkiller?
Yes. It is a pain killer. It belongs to the class of medications known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Q. What is the difference between Eldoflam and celecoxib?
Both Eldoflam and celecoxib are the medicines which inhibit an enzyme COX-2 (Cyclooxygenase-2) causes pain and inflammation. However, according to the research studies, Eldoflam is better than celecoxib in terms of effectiveness.

Q. How to differentiate Eldoflam and ibuprofen?
Eldoflam is a Selective Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor which is an enzyme responsible for pain and inflammation but ibuprofen in a non-selective COX inhibitor which has more gastric side effects like gastric ulceration as compared to Eldoflam.

Q. Can warfarin be used with Eldoflam?
No. Eldoflam should be avoided with warfarin as they both lead to increase in bleeding tendencies. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the medications. If given together then the therapy should be monitored closely.

Q. Can I use Eldoflam for hypertension?
No. Eldoflam is a pain killer. It should be avoided in hypertension as it can lead to failure of the antihypertensive therapy and there is increased risk of fluid retention and oedema.

Q. Can a patient of diabetes use Eldoflam?
Normally painkillers are to be avoided in a patient with diabetes. Eldoflam can increase the risk of kidney failure when given in a patient of diabetes with compromised renal function. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes before starting Eldoflam.

Q. Can I take Eldoflam along with Thiocolchicoside?
Yes. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant which is given in combination with Eldoflam but it is not approved. Consult your doctor before starting this medication.

Q. How to differentiate Eldoflam and meloxicam?
Meloxicam causes gastric toxicity and can lead to black stools due to bleeding whereas Eldoflam is comparatively safer for the gastric mucosa. Eldoflam has cardiovascular (heart attack and stroke) side effects.

Q. Can I take diclofenac along with Eldoflam?
Both are pain killers. If they are taken together it increases the chances of side effects so better consult your doctor before starting them.

Q. Can I take paracetamol with Eldoflam?
Yes. They can be taken together but it increases the chances of liver damage. It can only be taken after consultation with your doctor before starting any of these medications or in combination.

Q. Can I take pregabalin with Eldoflam?
Yes. They can be taken together but you need to consult your doctor before starting any of these medications or in combination.

Q. Can I take tramadol along with Eldoflam?
Yes. They can be taken together but you need to consult your doctor before starting any of these medications or in combination.

Q. Can acenocoumarol be taken along with Eldoflam?
No. Eldoflam should be avoided with acenocoumarol as they both lead to increase in bleeding tendencies. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the medications. If given together then the therapy should be monitored closely.

Q. How is naproxen different from Eldoflam?
Naproxen is a non-selective Cyclooxygenase (COX) blocker whereas Eldoflam is a selective COX-2 blocker. Eldoflam has lesser gastric side effects. In research studies, Eldoflam has been found to have better effectiveness but the side effects are more.

Q. How is etodolac different from Eldoflam?
Etodolac and Eldoflam both are COX-2 inhibitors, an enzyme associated with the pain and inflammation but the COX-1 selectivity for etodolac is more as compared to Eldoflam.

Q. What is the contraindication for Eldoflam?
Contraindications with Eldoflam are allergy or hypersensitivity, heart disease, high blood pressure, renal failure, gastric ulceration, history of stroke, pregnancy, lactation and severe liver dysfunction.

Q. Can I use Eldoflam for allergy?
No. Eldoflam is not to be taken in a case of allergy.

Q. Can I use Eldoflam for chest pain?
No. Eldoflam is absolutely contraindicated in chest pain. Immediately consult your doctor if you have a chest pain.

Q. Can I use Eldoflam for inflammation?
Yes. Eldoflam can be used for inflammation. It helps to reduce the inflammation and pain associated with inflammation. Eldoflam is associated with a lot of side effects so it is to give in shortest duration possible and the lowest effective daily dose.

Q. Can tonsillitis be treated with Eldoflam?
No. Tonsillitis is caused due to infections in the tonsils which is most commonly by the bacteria. Antibiotics are used to treat tonsillitis. Eldoflam is a pain killer and can be used only to reduce the pain associated with tonsillitis but only with a prescription of a doctor.

Q. Can tendonitis be treated with Eldoflam?
Yes. Eldoflam can be used for pain management. It helps to decrease the pain and reduces the inflammation associated with the tendonitis. Eldoflam is associated with a lot of side effects so it is to give in shortest duration possible and the lowest effective daily dose.

Q. Can I use Eldoflam for pain?
Yes. Eldoflam can be used for pain management. It helps to decrease the pain and reduces the inflammation associated with the condition. Eldoflam is associated with a lot of side effects so it is to give in shortest duration possible and the lowest effective daily dose.

Q. Can I use Eldoflam in fever?
No. Eldoflam is a pain killer. It is not a medicine to be taken for fever.

Q. Can I use Eldoflam in sciatica?
Yes. Eldoflam can be used to decrease the pain but it does not cure the condition. Sciatica is a disease which is caused due to problems in the nerve and vertebral column. Eldoflam acts as a pain killer and only decreases the pain. Consult your doctor if you are diagnosed with sciatica for proper treatment.

Q. Can I use Eldoflam for arthritis and pain management?
Yes. Eldoflam can be used for arthritis and pain management. It helps to decrease the pain and reduces the inflammation associated with the condition. Eldoflam is associated with a lot of side effects so it is to give in shortest duration possible and the lowest effective daily dose.

Q. Can I use Eldoflam for ankylosing spondylitis?
Yes. Eldoflam can be used for ankylosing spondylitis. It helps to decrease the pain and reduces the inflammation associated with the condition.

Q. Can I take Eldoflam for a sore throat?
Sore throat is mostly caused by bacteria so antibiotics are given to treat a sore throat whereas Eldoflam is a pain killer so it can be given in cases of throat pain associated with it but only under the prescription of a doctor.

Q. Can I take Eldoflam for a migraine?
Eldoflam is a pain killer but it is not approved for the treatment of pain associated with a migraine.

Q. Can dental pain be treated with Eldoflam?
Yes. Eldoflam can be given in the dental pain as shown by the research studies. It is mostly recommended for Postoperative dental surgery pain. Do consult your doctor and inform if any ongoing medicines before starting Eldoflam.

Q. Can I take Eldoflam for gout treatment?
Eldoflam can be given for acute gout as shown by the research studies. It provides relief by decreasing the pain and inflammation associated with gout.

Q. Can I take oral contraceptives with Eldoflam?
When oral contraceptives and Eldoflam is given, there are increased levels of oestrogen in the body which can lead to oestrogen related side effects like clots in a deep leg vein. So if at all Eldoflam is prescribed by a doctor do inform you are taking oral contraceptive.

Q. Can I take methotrexate with Eldoflam?
Blood levels of methotrexate is increased when it is given with Eldoflam. Proper monitoring of the blood levels and adequate dose adjustments are required if they are prescribed together.

Q. Can I take lithium with Eldoflam?
Eldoflam decrease lithium renal excretion and therefore increase lithium plasma levels. If necessary, monitor blood lithium closely and adjust the lithium dosage while the combination is being taken.

Q. Can I take Eldoflam with tacrolimus?
No. You should avoid Eldoflam with tacrolimus. It increases the risk of kidney damage by many folds when these two are given together.

Q. Can I take Eldoflam for osteoarthritis?
Yes, you can take Eldoflam for osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a joint disease and Eldoflam may help in reducing the pain associated with the disease.

Q. Can I take Eldoflam in heart disease?
No, you should not take Eldoflam if you have heart disease or increased risk of heart disease. Eldoflam increases the risk of heart attack, stroke and hypertension. Inform your doctor if you have heart disease before you start taking Eldoflam.

Q. Is Simethicone antacid?
No. Simethicone is not an antacid. But it is used in preparations which are used as antacid

Q. Does it contain aspirin?
It does not contain aspirin

Q. Is Simethicone available over the counter?
Yes. Simethicone is sold over the counter without a prescription

Q. Is Simethicone gluten free?
Yes. Simethicone is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

Q. Is Simethicone safe?
Yes. Simethicone is relatively safe

Q. Is it safe for babies?
Safe for infants and babies, if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor

Q. Is it safe to take Simethicone daily?
It is advisable to take Simethicone only as per the instructions of the doctor

Q. Is Simethicone good for gas?
Yes. Simethicone is effective in the treatment of gas

Q. Does it have any side effects?
It does not have any known serious side-effects

Q. Can I take simethicone with ibuprofen, famotidine, lansoprazole, omeprazole, antibiotics, ranitidine, ciprofloxacin, Pepto-bismol, or Depakote?
Yes. Simethicone can be taken with ibuprofen, famotidine, lansoprazole, omeprazole, antibiotics, ranitidine, ciprofloxacin, Pepto-bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) or Depakote (divalproate sodium), if prescribed by your doctor

Q. Does Simethicone cause nausea or constipation?
Simethicone is not known to cause nausea or constipation. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor

Q. Is Simethicone effective against acid reflux?
Simethicone is effective in controlling acid reflux if combined with an antacid.