Torcoxia BCD 120 Tablet (Etoricoxib 120mg)

Medical Description

Torcoxia Bcd 120 mg Tab contains Etoricoxib, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Uses of Torcoxia Bcd 120 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 Torcoxia Bcd 120 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
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 (circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to your limbs), or cerebrovascular disease (disorders that affect the blood vessels and blood supply to the brain)
If you are suffering from uncontrolled high blood pressure

Side effects of Torcoxia Bcd 120 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

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 Torcoxia Bcd 120 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 Torcoxia Bcd 120 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 Torcoxia Bcd 120 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
Torcoxia Bcd 120mg Tab can be taken with or without food

Storage and disposal of Torcoxia Bcd 120 MG

Torcoxia Bcd 120mg Tab does not require any special storage conditions
Try to keep out of the reach of children

Dosage of Torcoxia Bcd 120 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