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Etoxa 60Mg 30 Tablets
- A selective COX-2 inhibitor used to relieve pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal and joint disorders.
- It provides effective symptom control in conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, while minimizing gastrointestinal side effects compared to traditional NSAIDs.
- Indications:
- Relief of symptoms of osteoarthritis.
- Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
- Management of ankylosing spondylitis.
- Short-term treatment of acute pain .
- Relief of gouty arthritis attacks.
- Precautions:
- Use with caution in patients with hypertension, heart disease, or stroke history.
- Not recommended in patients with active peptic ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding.
- Contraindicated in severe liver or kidney impairment.
- Avoid in patients with known hypersensitivity to etoricoxib or other NSAIDs.
- Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless clearly indicated.
- Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration necessary.
- Side Effects:
- Headache.
- Palpitations.
- Cardiovascular events.
- Gastrointestinal bleeding.
- Severe allergic reactions.
- Fluid retention.
- Fatigue.
- Vomiting.
- Nausea.
- Abdominal pain.
- Heartburn.
- Hypertension.
- Peripheral edema.
- Dizziness.
- Drug–Drug Interactions:
- May increase risk of side effects when combined with other NSAIDs or aspirin.
- May reduce effect of antihypertensive drugs.
- Can increase plasma levels of lithium and methotrexate.
- May increase bleeding risk when combined with anticoagulants.
- Use with caution with cyclosporine or tacrolimus.
