ETOCOX 60 MG

ETOCOX 60 MG

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ETOCOX 60 MG is a selective COX-2 inhibitor NSAID used to relieve pain and inflammation in conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and acute gout.

Name	Brand	Generic Name	Strength	PPF	Price
ETOCOX 60 MG	General Pharmaceuticals Ltd.	ETORICOXIB	60 mg	TABLET	7

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• রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ মোতাবেক ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Indications:
ETOCOX 60 MG Tablet is indicated for the symptomatic relief of:

Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis
Ankylosing spondylitis
Acute gouty arthritis
Moderate pain following dental surgery

Pharmacology:
ETOCOX 60 MG contains Etoricoxib, a selective inhibitor of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2). By inhibiting COX-2, Etoricoxib reduces the synthesis of prostaglandins, which are mediators of pain and inflammation, thereby providing relief from pain and reducing inflammation.

Dosage:

Osteoarthritis: 60 mg once daily.
Rheumatoid arthritis: 90 mg once daily.
Ankylosing spondylitis: 90 mg once daily.
Acute gouty arthritis: 120 mg once daily for a maximum of 8 days.
Dental surgery pain: 90 mg once daily for a maximum of 3 days.

Administration:
ETOCOX 60 MG Tablet should be taken orally, with or without food, as directed by the physician. The tablet should be swallowed whole with a glass of water and not chewed or crushed.

Interaction:

Anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin): May increase the risk of bleeding.
Antihypertensives (e.g., ACE inhibitors, diuretics): Etoricoxib may reduce the effectiveness of these medications.
Lithium: NSAIDs may increase lithium plasma levels.
Ciclosporin/Tacrolimus: Co-administration may increase the risk of nephrotoxicity.

Contraindications:

Hypersensitivity to Etoricoxib or any component of the formulation.
Active peptic ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding.
Severe hepatic impairment.
Severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance <30 mL/min).
Pregnancy and lactation.
Children and adolescents under 16 years of age.
History of cardiovascular disease, including heart failure, angina, stroke, or transient ischemic attack.

Side Effects:
Common side effects include:

Headache
Dizziness
Stomach pain
Nausea
Diarrhea
Edema (swelling)
Hypertension
Fatigue

Serious side effects may include:

Gastrointestinal bleeding
Liver dysfunction
Skin reactions
Cardiovascular events

Pregnancy & Lactation:
ETOCOX 60 MG Tablet is contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation. It should not be used by women who are planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Therapeutic Class:
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), COX-2 inhibitor

Storage Conditions:
Store below 30°C in a dry place, protected from light. Keep out of reach of children.