Etostar 120 mg (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 15.00 (2 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Etoricoxib
Company One pharma ltd
Also available as
Etostar 90 mg tablet

Title

Etostar 120 mg Tablet

Categories

  • Medicine
  • Health
  • Pharmacology

Description

Etostar is indicated for the symptomatic relief of Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, and the pain and signs of inflammation associated with acute gouty arthritis. It is also used for the short-term treatment of moderate pain associated with dental surgery. Etostar is a potent, orally active cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) specific inhibitor for reducing pain, inflammation, and fever. It is available in dosages for various conditions and has interactions with certain medications.

Dimensions

N/A

Color options

  • White

Functions

  • Symptomatic relief of pain and signs of inflammation
  • Reduction of pain, inflammation, and fever
  • Short-term treatment of moderate pain

Materials

  • Active substance: Etoricoxib
  • Excipients

Technical specifications

  • Molecular Formula: C18H15ClN2O2S

Design elements

  • Tablet form
  • Chemical structure image available

Usability features

  • Selective COX-2 inhibitor
  • Potent cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) specific inhibitor

Indications

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Ankylosing spondylitis
  • Acute gouty arthritis
  • Moderate pain associated with dental surgery

Pharmacology

  • Orally active COX-2 specific inhibitor
  • Inhibition of COX-2 without inhibition of COX-1
  • Decreased potential for gastrointestinal (GI) toxicity and effects on platelet aggregation

Dosage administration

  • Recommended doses for different conditions such as Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Acute gouty arthritis, and postoperative dental surgery pain
  • Adjustment of dose based on efficacy and patient's need
  • Caution on cardiovascular risks with increased dose and duration of exposure

Interaction

  • Interaction with oral anticoagulants, diuretics, ACE inhibitors, Angiotensin II Antagonists, Acetylsalicylic Acid, Ciclosporin, Tacrolimus, and Lithium
  • Take without regards to meals

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to the active substance or excipients
  • Active peptic ulceration or active gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding
  • Pregnancy and lactation
  • Severe hepatic dysfunction
  • Estimated renal creatinine clearance
  • Children and adolescents under 16 years of age
  • Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Hypertension
  • Established ischaemic heart disease, peripheral arterial disease, and/or cerebrovascular disease

Side effects

  • Palpitation
  • Fatigue
  • Influenza-like symptoms
  • Ecchymosis
  • Dry mouth
  • Taste disturbance
  • Mouth ulcer
  • Appetite and weight change
  • Atrial fibrillation
  • Transient ischaemic attack
  • Chest pain
  • Flushing
  • Cough
  • Dyspnoea
  • Epistaxis
  • Anxiety
  • Mental acuity impaired
  • Paraesthesia
  • Electrolyte disturbance
  • Myalgia and arthralgia
  • Confusion
  • Hallucinations

Pregnancy lactation

  • Not recommended for women attempting to conceive
  • Not excreted in human milk
  • Must not be used during breastfeeding

Precautions warnings

  • Caution with elderly and patients using other NSAIDs or acetylsalicylic acid concomitantly
  • Treatment for patients with significant risk factors for cardiovascular events after careful consideration
  • Monitoring of renal function
  • Caution with patients with cardiac failure, left ventricular dysfunction, or hypertension
  • Monitoring of liver function and discontinuation upon signs of hepatic insufficiency
  • Discontinuation at first appearance of hypersensitivity
  • May mask fever and other signs of inflammation
  • Caution when co-administering with warfarin or other oral anticoagulants

Overdose effects

  • No significant toxicity observed up to 500 mg single doses and 150 mg/day multiple doses for 21 days
  • Employ typical supportive measures in case of overdose

Therapeutic class

  • Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

Storage conditions

  • Store below 30°C
  • Protect from light & moisture
  • Keep out of reach of children

Chemical structure

  • Molecular Formula: C18H15ClN2O2S
  • Chemical Structure Image: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-446-etoricoxib-chemical-structure-nEkDifKyFxQ9fjJEG7TQ.svg

Common questions

  • What is Etostar 120 mg Tablet?
  • What are the uses of Etostar 120 mg Tablet?
  • Duration of effect
  • Onset of action
  • Pregnancy warnings
  • Habit forming tendencies
  • Breast-feeding warnings
  • Safety with alcohol
  • Safety to drive while on this medicine
  • Effect on kidney function
  • Effect on liver function
  • Quick Tips

Additional info

Regular blood tests may be required during long-term treatment. Do not take if pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding. Caution with alcohol consumption. May decrease renal blood flow and impair renal function. Use with caution in patients with cardiovascular risk factors.

Precautions quick tips

  • Helps relieve pain and inflammation
  • May cause fewer stomach problems compared to other NSAIDs like Ibuprofen or Naproxen
  • May cause dizziness and fatigue. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you
  • Avoid alcohol consumption

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