Etofax 90 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 11.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Etoricoxib |
| Company | Pharmik laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Acute gouty arthritis
- Dental surgery pain
Pharmacology
- Potent COX-2 specific inhibitor
- Inhibition of prostaglandin-mediated functions
- Decreased potential for GI toxicity
- Decreased effects on platelet aggregation
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended doses for different conditions
- Adolescent and adult usage
- Short-term treatment for dental pain
- Consideration of cardiovascular risks
Interaction
- Interaction with oral anticoagulants
- Effect on diuretics and antihypertensive drugs
- Concomitant use with acetylsalicylic acid
- Potential nephrotoxic effects
- Inhibition of lithium renal excretion
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to active substance or excipients
- Active peptic ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding
- History of allergic reactions to NSAIDs or COX-2 inhibitors
- Pregnancy, lactation, severe hepatic dysfunction
- Renal creatinine clearance <30 ml/min
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Congestive heart failure, hypertension
Side Effects
- Palpitation, fatigue, influenza-like symptoms
- Dry mouth, taste disturbance, mouth ulcer
- Atrial fibrillation, chest pain, flushing
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended in women attempting to conceive
- Excretion in lactating rats, not recommended for breastfeeding women
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients at risk of gastrointestinal complications
- Treatment of patients with significant cardiovascular risk factors
- Potential impairment of renal function
- Exercise caution in patients with cardiac failure or edema
- Monitoring of hepatic function, discontinuation for hypersensitivity
Overdose Effects
- No significant toxicity observed in single or multiple doses
- Usual supportive measures in case of overdose
Therapeutic Class
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Storage Conditions
- Temperature below 30°C
- Protection from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C18H15ClN2O2S
Common Questions about Etofax 90 mg Tablet
- 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