Torimon 120 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 14.04 (2 x 10: ৳ 280.80)
Strip Price: ৳ 140.40
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Etoricoxib |
| Company | Nuvista pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Therapeutic Class
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Indications
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Acute gouty arthritis
- Moderate pain associated with dental surgery
Pharmacology
- Etoricoxib is a specific inhibitor of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2)
- Inhibition of COX-2 decreases clinical signs and symptoms of pain, inflammation, and fever
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended doses for different conditions
- Dose adjustment based on symptoms and efficacy
- Shortest duration and lowest effective daily dose to be used
Interaction
- Interaction with oral anticoagulants
- Impact on the effect of diuretics and antihypertensive drugs
- Concomitant use with acetylsalicylic acid
- Potential interaction with ciclosporin, tacrolimus, and lithium
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to the active substance or excipients
- Active peptic ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding
- Pregnancy and lactation
- Severe hepatic dysfunction and renal impairment
- Patients under 16 years of age
- Inflammatory bowel disease, congestive heart failure, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases
Side Effects
- Common, less common, and rare side effects
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended in women attempting to conceive
- Not known whether excreted in human milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution with patients at risk of gastrointestinal complications
- Special consideration for patients with cardiovascular risk factors
- Monitoring renal function and caution in patients with cardiac conditions
- Monitoring of liver function and signs of hypersensitivity
- Potential to mask fever and signs of inflammation
- Caution when co-administering with warfarin or other anticoagulants
Overdose Effects
- No significant toxicity observed with high doses
- Supportive measures and clinical monitoring in the event of overdose
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C, protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular formula: C18H15ClN2O2S
Duration of Effect
- Average duration of 20-24 hours
Onset of Action
- Onset within 1-2 hours of administration, faster if taken without food
Pregnancy Warnings
- Consultation recommended for pregnant women
Habit Forming
- No habit forming tendencies reported
Breastfeeding Warnings
- Not recommended for use by breastfeeding mothers, consult doctor
Safe with Alcohol
- Unsafe to consume with alcohol
Safe to Drive
- May affect alertness, avoid driving
Effect on Kidney Function
- Caution in patients with kidney disease
Effect on Liver Function
- Caution in patients with liver disease
Quick Tips
- Relieves pain and inflammation
- May cause fewer stomach problems compared to other NSAIDs
- May cause dizziness and fatigue
- Regular monitoring of blood pressure advised
- Inform doctor of medical history before use
- Regular blood tests for long-term treatment
- Avoid use during pregnancy, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding