Etoricoxib Tablet is a prescription medicine. Rheumatoid Arthritis, Joint Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Etoricoxib Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Etoricoxib Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Etoricoxib Tablet are Nausea or vomiting, Heartburn, Gastritis. Some other side effects of Etoricoxib Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Etoricoxib Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Etoricoxib Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Etoricoxib Tablet related warnings talks about Etoricoxib Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Etoricoxib Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Etoricoxib Tablet in conditions like Liver Disease, Peptic Ulcer, Kidney Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Etoricoxib Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Etoricoxib Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Etoricoxib Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Etoricoxib Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Etoricoxib Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Etoricoxib shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Etoricoxib Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Etoricoxib. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Etoricoxib Tablet on the Kidneys?
Etoricoxib can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Etoricoxib Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Etoricoxib. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Etoricoxib Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Etoricoxib. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Etoricoxib Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etoricoxib Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etoricoxib Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Etoricoxib Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Etoricoxib Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Etoricoxib Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Etoricoxib Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Etoricoxib Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Etoricoxib Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etoricoxib Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Etoricoxib Tablet.
Yes, Etoricoxib is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as angioedema (swelling in the face, tongue, and throat), difficulty in breathing, intestinal bleeding, and stomach upset. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
It is recommended to avoid taking Etoricoxib with ibuprofen because both belong to the same category which may increase the risk of side effects associated with the GIT (Gastrointestinal tract). Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Etoricoxib works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. It also acts as analgesic which relieves pain.
Yes, Etoricoxib can cause nausea & vomiting. It is a common side of this drug. However, if you experience severe nausea & vomiting after consuming this drug then do not hesitate to inform a doctor without further delay.
Etoricoxib is a brand name for etoricoxib. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is a selective COX2 inhibitor, mainly used to relieve pain in a patient's suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. Additionally, it also reduces fever.
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