Etosam-ER 300 mg Tablet 10's can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke. So, if you have had any recent heart bypass surgery, do not use Etosam-ER 300 mg Tablet 10's. Do not take Etosam-ER 300 mg Tablet 10's if you are allergic to Etodolac, have severe heart failure or peptic ulcer, have suffered bleeding problems such as bleeding from stomach or bowels while taking any pain killers or you have liver or kidney problems. Inform your doctor before taking Etosam-ER 300 mg Tablet 10's if you are taking medicines for high blood pressure and fluid retention. Consult your doctor before taking Etosam-ER 300 mg Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, your doctor will prescribe you Etosam-ER 300 mg Tablet 10's only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Etosam-ER 300 mg Tablet 10's causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Etosam-ER 300 mg Tablet 10's should not be given to children as the safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Etosam-ER 300 mg Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased drowsiness and can increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Inform your doctor before taking Etosam-ER 300 mg Tablet 10's if you suffer from fluid retention (swelling), high blood pressure, heart problems, asthma or breathing difficulties. Use of Etosam-ER 300 mg Tablet 10's can make your skin very sensitive to sunlight which can even cause sunburn. So, whenever you step out of home try to apply sunscreen on your skin.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Etosam-ER 300 mg Tablet 10's may have interaction with ibuprofen, naproxen, aspirin and diclofenac (used to relieve pain), duloxetine and escitalopram (used to treat depression), metoprolol (used to treat high blood pressure), warfarin (blood thinner), digoxin (used for heart problems), lithium (used for mental illness), quinolone antibiotics  (used to treat bacterial infections), cyclosporine (used after transplantation), mifepristone (used to induce abortion) and drugs used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention.

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consuming alcohol along with Etosam-ER 300 mg Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. It could also increase the risk of stomach bleeding.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have heart failure, fluid retention (oedema), asthma, gastrointestinal ulcer/bleeding, high blood pressure, hyperkalemia (high levels of potassium), thrombosis (formation of clots), anaemia (low red blood cells), kidney and liver problems.

• 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 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.
• 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.

Etosam-ER 300 mg Tablet 10's should be taken with caution in patients with gastric problems like gastritis and peptic ulcers. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.