Etoxib 60 Tablet (Etoricoxib 60mg)

$29.00 – $78.00

Country of Origin	india
Dosage Form	Tablets
Generic Name	Etoricoxib
Indication	Pain relief
Packaging	10 tablet in 1 strip
Manufacturer	Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Composition	Etoricoxib (60mg)

Etoxib 60 Tablet (Etoricoxib 60mg)
Pack Size	Price	Price/Unit	Add To Cart
30 Tablet/s	$29.00 (0.97/unit)	$0.97	Etoxib 60 Tablet (Etoricoxib 60mg) quantity
60 Tablet/s	$54.00 (0.9/unit)	$0.9	Etoxib 60 Tablet (Etoricoxib 60mg) quantity
90 Tablet/s	$78.00 (0.87/unit)	$0.87	Etoxib 60 Tablet (Etoricoxib 60mg) quantity

SKU: 4079 Categories: New Products, Pain Relief

Description

Etoxib 60 MG Description

Etoxib 60mg Tab contains Etoricoxib, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet is primarily used to relieve pain. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used to treat symptoms of psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis.

This medication brings relief to people affected by acute pain, chronic musculoskeletal pain and treats acute gouty arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It should not be taken by people suffering from:

Peptic ulcer
Stroke,
Severe heart disease
Hypersensitivity.

It belongs to cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) specific inhibitors class of medicines which reduce pain and inflammation by blocking the pain-causing enzymes (COX-2) in the body. This medication is only prescribed when its alternate medicines have not helped in the treatment.

The dosage should be kept low and it should not be used longer than prescribed as it may put you at risk of heart attacks and strokes. It is not recommended for children below 16 years of age. It works well on adults and elderly people.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Uses of Etoxib 60 MG

Rheumatoid arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Pain relief in gout
Ankylosing spondylitis (swelling and pain in the spine)
Short term treatment of moderate pain associated with dental surgery

Contraindications of Etoxib 60 MG

If you are allergic to Etoricoxib or any other ingredient of this medicine
If you are taking Acetylsalicylic Acid (Aspirin) or NSAIDs including COX-2 inhibitors and are suffering from constriction of muscles in bronchioles, congestion or nasal discharge, nasal polyps (painless growth that develop in the lining of the nose, angioneurotic oedema (pain and swelling under the skin), urticaria or allergic-type reactions

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If you have severe liver or kidney disease
If your age is below 16
If you are suffering from stomach ulcers, bleeding from intestine or inflammatory bowel disease
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding
If you are suffering from congestive heart failure or heart diseases like ischaemic heart disease (condition when the heart is not getting enough blood and oxygen), peripheral arterial disease (circul…

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If you are suffering from uncontrolled high blood pressure

Side effects of Etoxib 60 MG

Stomach pain
Swelling of legs or feet (oedema)
Dizziness
Headache
Rapid heartbeat
Shortness of breath or wheezing sound (bronchospasm)
Constipation
Excessive gas
Diarrhea
Indigestion
Nausea
Vomiting
Mouth ulcers
Bruises
Tiredness

Precautions and Warnings of Etoxib 60 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Etoxib 60mg Tab during pregnancy?

Etoricoxib must not be taken during pregnancy
If you are pregnant or think you can be pregnant, do not take this medicine

Breast Feeding

Can I take Etoxib 60mg Tab while breastfeeding?

It is unknown if Etoricoxib passes into human milk. However, this medicine should not be taken while breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Etoxib 60mg Tab?

This medicine can cause dizziness, spinning sensation (vertigo) or sleepiness, if you experience any of these effects, it is advised not to drive or operate machines.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Etoxib 60mg Tab?

No information is available on interactions of this medicine when taken with alcohol. However, drinking alcohol while taking this medicine can worsen the side effects like dizziness.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You are suffering from vomiting or diarrhea and are dehydrated
You have a history of heart failure or other diseases related to heart
You have swelling due to fluid retention (excess fluid in the body)
You have high blood pressure; your doctor may need to check your blood pressure more often
You are suffering from liver disease or kidney disease
You are a diabetic, smoker or have high cholesterol as all these increase the chance of heart disease
You are pregnant or breastfeeding
You are an aged person (above 65 years)

Mode of Action of Etoxib 60 MG

How Does It Work?

Etoricoxib works by reducing the generation of Prostaglandins that are responsible for pain and inflammation in the body

Directions for Use of Etoxib 60 MG

Take this medicine as advised by your doctor
Do not take more than the recommended dose
Do not take it for more time than prescribed as there is risk of heart attack and strokes if taken for an extended period in high doses

Interactions of Etoxib 60 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Blood-thinning medicines (anticoagulants) like Warfarin
Rifampicin for various infections
Medicines used to suppress the immune system and often used in rheumatoid arthritis like Methotrexate, Cyclosporin or Tacrolimus
Antidepressants like Lithium
High blood pressure and heart failure medicines like Enalapril and Ramipril, and Losartan and Valsartan
Diuretics
Heart failure and irregular heart rhythm medicines like Digoxin
Asthma (Salbutamol tablets)
Oral contraceptive pills
Medicines used for hormone replacement therapy
Aspirin

Interactions with food items

Taking this medicine with food does not affect the way it works
Etoxib 60mg Tab can be taken with or without food

Storage and disposal of Etoxib 60 MG

Etoxib 60mg Tab does not require any special storage conditions
Try to keep out of the reach of children

Dosage of Etoxib 60 MG

Overdose

If you think you have had an overdose of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember
If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule
Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for a missed one

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