Etoricoxib Tablets

Etoricoxib Tablets– This medicine comes under the branding of ETORVA-90 and is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It belongs to the class of medicine that is called also called COX-2 inhibitors. These tablets also help to block the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for pain and inflammation.

Etoricoxib Tablets reduce swelling and pain in illnesses including gout, ankylosing spondylitis, persistent low back pain, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. This medication is also advised for people with minor pain following dental surgery and pain relief.  This medicine acts at the affected area and acts specifically at the pain site. The benefit of COX-2 inhibitors is that they protect the stomach lining from the ulcer effect caused by other painkillers, ibuprofen, and aspirin.

Uses of Etoricoxib Tablets

• Osteoarthritis
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Ankylosing spondylitis
• Minimise inflammation
• Relieves pain, stiffness, and swelling
• Pain relief during gout attacks and after dental surgery

Direction For Use

• You may take your tablet with or without food, but taking it without food can cause it to function more quickly.
• This medicine should be used once a day, exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break, or chew it.
• Do not take an overdose, without informing your doctor.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place.
• Keep away from reaching the children and pets.
• Keep away from the direct sunlight.

Precaution

• Do not take it if you are under 16 years of age without consulting the child specialist.
• Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
• Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
• Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Side Effect

• Diarrhea
• Flatulence
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Palpitations
• Vomiting
• Nausea

Frequently Asked Questions About Etoricoxib Tablets

How long do I need to take this medicine?

You need to take this tablet as long as your doctor recommends taking it. For dental pain, it is usually prescribed for 3 days, but if this medicine is being used for acute pain conditions then it should be given as long as the pain lasts and not exceeding 8 days.

Does Etoricoxib cause dizziness?

In some patients, this medicine causes dizziness, a feeling of spinning (vertigo), and sleepiness. If one experiences these symptoms then driving or operating machinery should be avoided.

Can this tablet be used in children?

This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age. If you are using it for your children it can affect your child’s health without consulting any child specialist.

Is this medicine a painkiller?

Yes, this tablet is a pain killer that also helps to reduce pain and inflammation in the joints and muscles due to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and gout. This medicine is also used to relieve dental pain after dental surgery