About etoricoxib ih
Selective COX-2 anti-inflammatory pain reliever
Used for
- Short-term relief of acute gout pain
- Pain and inflammation from arthritis
- Short-term relief of dental pain
Usual adult dose
Usually 60–120 mg once daily, depending on condition; 120 mg is limited to short-term treatment.
Common side effects
- Stomach pain, indigestion, or nausea
- Swelling of the legs or feet
- Headache or dizziness
- Raised blood pressure
Important warnings
- May increase risk of heart attack or stroke, especially with prolonged use.
- Avoid with active stomach ulcers, severe heart disease, or uncontrolled high blood pressure.
- Can cause kidney or liver problems; use caution with dehydration.
- Do not combine with other anti-inflammatory pain medicines unless directed.
Pregnancy
Avoid during pregnancy, especially from 20 weeks onward; it is contraindicated in the third trimester.
Breastfeeding
Not recommended during breastfeeding because safety information is limited.
Interactions
- Warfarin and other anticoagulants: increased bleeding risk.
- ACE inhibitors, ARBs, or diuretics: possible kidney effects and reduced blood-pressure control.
- Lithium: blood levels may rise.
- Low-dose aspirin: increased stomach-ulcer and bleeding risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.