Etozox 90 Mg (Etoricoxib)

What is Etozox 90 mg Tablet?

Etozox 90 mg Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for relieving moderate pain and swelling of joints associated with different forms of gout and arthritis. It effectively alleviates pain, redness, and swelling.

Etozox 90 Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should take it as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended.

How Etozox 90 mg Tablet Works

Etozox 90 Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) called COX-2 inhibitors. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

How To Use Etozox Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Etozox 90 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits Of Etozox Tablet

In Pain relief

Etozox 90 Tablet is use for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis or even after a dental (tooth-related) surgery.

Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side Effects Of Etozox Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Etozox

• Palpitations
• High blood pressure
• Dizziness
• Bronchospasm
• Stomach inflammation
• Increased liver enzymes
• Abdominal pain
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Edema (swelling)
• Headache
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Gastro-esophageal reflux disease
• Dyspepsia
• Oral ulcer
• Increased alanine aminotransferase
• Increased aspartate aminotransferase
• Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath)
• Weakness
• Flu-like symptoms
• Flatulence
• Dry socket

Warning

Alcohol

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Etozox 90 Tablet.

Pregnancy

Etozox 90 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limit studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding

Information regarding the use of Etozox 90 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

Etozox 90 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

Etozox 90 Tablet should be use with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Etozox 90 Tablet may be need. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Etozox 90 Tablet is not recommend in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

Etozox 90 Tablet should be use with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Etozox 90 Tablet may be need. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Etozox 90 Tablet is not recommend in patients with severe liver disease.

What If You Forget To Take Etozox Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Etozox 90mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the miss dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQ’s

1. What is Etozox 90 Tablet used for?

Etozox 90mg Tablet is use to reduce the pain and swelling (inflammation) in the joints and muscles of people 16 years of age and older with rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and gout. Etozox 90mg Tablet is also use for the short term treatment of moderate pain after dental surgery in people 16 years of age and older.

2. Is it safe to use Etozox 90 Tablet?

Etozox 90mg Tablet is safe for most patients. However, in some patients, it may cause some unwant side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, fatigue, diarrhea, etc. Inform your doctor if you experience any persistent problem due to this medication.

3. Can I stop taking Etozox 90 Tablet when my pain is relieved?

Etozox 90mg Tablet should be continued as advised by your doctor, if you are using the medicine for a condition associated with long-term pain. It can be discontinued if you are using it for short-term pain relief.

4. Can the use of Etozox 90 Tablet cause nausea and vomiting?

Yes, the use of Etozox 90mg Tablet may cause nausea and vomiting. Taking it with milk, food or antacids can prevent nausea. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication. In case of vomiting, drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small frequent sips. Talk to your doctor if vomiting persists and you notice signs of dehydration, like dark colored and strong-smelling urine or a low frequency of urination. Do not take any other medicines without speaking to your doctor.