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Etoxib 60 MG Tablet

Manufactured byUnichem Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsEtoricoxib
Description
Etoxib 60 MG Tablet is a painkiller medicine. It provides relief from pain, stiffness, and swelling due to various conditions like ankylosing spondylitis (pain and stiffness of bones of the spine), osteoarthritis (tender and painful joints due to wear down of protective cartilage between the ends of the bones), rheumatoid arthritis (swelling and pain in the small joints of your body), etc. It is also used to relieve pain after dental surgery. Etoxib 60 MG Tablet works by preventing the release of a chemical substance that causes pain and swelling in your body. Etoxib 60 MG Tablet may show side effects such as increased blood pressure, dizziness, diarrhoea, indigestion, stomach pain, etc. These side effects usually subside by themselves. However, consult your doctor if they persist or worsens. Avoid driving and operate heavy machines if you feel dizzy and/or sleepy. Etoxib 60 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food as instructed by your doctor. It may act more quickly when taken without food. Avoid taking more than the prescribed dose. For the ease of remembering, take this medicine at the same time every day. Take it for the complete duration of treatment for better results. Avoid the discontinuation of this medicine without consulting your doctor as your symptoms may reappear. Etoxib 60 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it or other similar medicines like Aspirin, Paracetamol, etc. Avoid taking this medicine if you have severe liver or kidney problems, or existing heart problems. Use this medicine with caution if you have diabetes and/or high blood cholesterol levels. Etoxib 60 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Etoxib 60 MG Tablet

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Stomach pain
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
  • Yellowing of skin and eyes
  • Blurred vision
  • Diarrhoea
  • Increased blood pressure
  • Swelling of feet and lower legs
  • Drowsiness

Uses of Etoxib 60 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis
  • Acute Gout
  • Dental Pain
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Etoxib 60 MG Tablet can be observed after 30 minutes of oral administration.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Etoxib 60 MG Tablet remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendency has been reported for Etoxib 60 MG Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Etoxib 60 MG Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known if Etoxib 60 MG Tablet passes into the breastmilk. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor to understand the potential risks and benefits before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Etoxib 60 MG Tablet if you are previously allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc. It is also not recommended if you are allergic to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines like Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, Aspirin, etc.

Gastrointestinal bleeding

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet can cause stomach and intestinal bleeding. Therefore, this medicine is not recommended if you have peptic ulcers (sores in the lining of the stomach, small intestine, and food pipe) or bleeding in the stomach and intestine as it may worsen your health condition.

Severe Liver/Kidney Impairment

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe liver and/or kidney problems. This medicine may further damage your liver and/or kidneys and worsen your condition.

Heart diseases

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have heart problems such as heart failure (a condition in which your heart is unable to pump a sufficient amount of blood), ischaemic heart diseases (heart problems due to narrowing of the blood vessels that supply oxygen to the heart), high blood pressure that has not been adequately controlled or if you have undergone a coronary artery bypass graft surgery (a surgical procedure that diverts the blood from narrowed or blocked vessels in the heart to improve its blood supply). Taking this medicine may increase your risk of heart attack and stroke (a condition that occurs due to reduced blood supply to the brain).
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

It is not known if Etoxib 60 MG Tablet passes into the breastmilk. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor to understand the potential risks and benefits before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Use in children

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Dehydration

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you are dehydrated as it may worsen your condition. Your doctor may correct such conditions first before starting the treatment.

High blood pressure

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet can cause an increase in blood pressure. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have high blood pressure as it may worsen your health condition. Keep a regular check of your blood pressure while taking this medicine.

Infections

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have any infection since it may mask the symptoms of an infection such as a fever.

Diabetes or high cholesterol levels

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have diabetes (a condition of high sugar levels in your blood) or high blood cholesterol (fat) levels as it may increase the risk of heart problems. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Driving or operating machines

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet may cause sleepiness, blurred vision, or dizziness in some cases. Hence, avoid driving vehicles and operating heavy machines if you experience such symptoms.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Etoxib 60 MG Tablet as soon as possible. If it is already time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor in case of an overdose with Etoxib 60 MG Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Lithium

Ramipril

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Rifampicin

Disease interactions

Fluid Retention and oedema

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet may cause fluid retention (abnormal build-up of fluid in the body) and lead to swelling of the legs and feet. Etoxib 60 MG Tablet should be used with caution in such conditions as it may further increase the risk of heart problems. Keep a regular check of your blood pressure and heart functions while taking this medicine.

Heart Disease

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have a history of heart problems as this medicine may cause heart attack and stroke. Report any incidence of heart problems to your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

Liver Disease

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet is broken down in your liver. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have liver problems as it may lead to the accumulation of this medicine in your body and increase the risk of side effects. It may also cause further liver damage. Your doctor may suggest tests to closely monitor your liver function and liver enzyme levels while taking this medicine.

Kidney Disease

Etoxib 60 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as this medicine may further damage your kidneys. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your kidney function while taking this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
You can take Etoxib 60 MG Tablet with or after food. Drink an adequate amount of water. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Take this tablet at the same time every day. Avoid smoking while taking this medication.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Etoxib 60 MG Tablet stops the release of a chemical called prostaglandins, which causes pain and swelling. Thus, this medicine provides relief from pain and makes you feel better.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, Analgesics

Schedule

Schedule H

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