Coxetori 60 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 7.00 (30's pack: ৳ 210.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Etoricoxib |
| Company | Amulet pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Acute gouty arthritis
- Dental surgery pain
Pharmacology
- Orally active cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) specific inhibitor
- Inhibition of COX-2 reduces pain, inflammation, and fever symptoms
- Decreased potential for GI toxicity and effects on platelet aggregation
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended doses for different conditions
- Short-term treatment for dental surgery pain
- Caution for cardiovascular risks and shortest duration possible
Interaction
- Interaction with oral anticoagulants
- Effect on diuretics and antihypertensive drugs
- Concomitant use with acetylsalicylic acid and ciclosporin/tacrolimus
- Reduction in lithium renal excretion
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to active substance or excipients
- Active peptic ulceration or GI bleeding
- Contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation
- Severe hepatic dysfunction and reduced renal clearance
- Not recommended for inflammatory bowel disease and congestive heart failure
Side Effects
- Palpitation
- Fatigue
- Influenza-like symptoms
- Dry mouth
- Taste disturbance
- Atrial fibrillation
- Chest pain
- Dyspnoea
- Anxiety
- Myalgia and arthralgia
- Confusion and hallucinations (rare)
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended in women attempting to conceive
- Excreted in the milk of lactating rats
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution for patients at risk of GI complications
- Treatment consideration for patients with significant cardiovascular risk factors
- Monitoring of renal function
- Exercise caution in patients with cardiac failure, hypertension, and liver dysfunction
- Discontinuation for hypersensitivity signs and masked fever
Overdose Effects
- No significant toxicity observed at high doses
- Usual supportive measures should be employed in case of overdose
Therapeutic Class
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C and protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C18H15ClN2O2S
- Chemical Structure Image URL: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-446-etoricoxib-chemical-structure-nEkDifKyFxQ9fjJEG7TQ.svg
Common Questions about Coxetori 60 mg Tablet
- Description of COX-2 inhibition and effects
- Duration of effect
- Onset of action
- Pregnancy warnings
- Habit forming tendencies
- Breastfeeding warnings
- Safety with alcohol and driving
- Impact on kidney and liver function
- Quick tips for usage
Additional Information
- Coxetori 60 mg Tablet helps relieve pain and inflammation
- May cause fewer stomach problems compared to other NSAIDs
- May cause dizziness and fatigue
- Do not consume alcohol while on treatment
- Regular blood pressure monitoring required
- Inform doctor about medical history
- Regular blood tests for liver function recommended