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Etorix 90 mg

Tablet

Generic: Etoricoxib

Square Pharma

Therapeutic Class: NSAID (Selective COX-2 Inhibitor)

Indications

Arthritis, gout and acute pain.

Pharmacology

Etoricoxib is a selective cyclo-oxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It reduces the prostaglandins responsible for pain and inflammation, with little effect on the COX-1 enzyme that protects the stomach lining.

Dosage & Administration

1 tablet daily.

Side Effects

Indigestion, swelling.

Precautions & Warnings

Monitor blood pressure during treatment. Use with caution in patients with risk factors for heart disease, fluid retention, kidney or liver impairment and a history of peptic ulcer. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to etoricoxib, aspirin or other NSAIDs. Active peptic ulcer or gastro-intestinal bleeding. Ischaemic heart disease, peripheral arterial disease, cerebrovascular disease, heart failure or uncontrolled hypertension. Inflammatory bowel disease. Severe kidney or liver impairment. Pregnancy and breast-feeding.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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