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Side effect(s) of Etoricoxib


Review the side-effects of Etoricoxib as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Central Nervous System
- Headache, dizziness, nervousness, depression, drowsiness, insomnia, vertigo and ringing in the ear.

   Heart
- Chest pain, high blood pressure and fluid retention.

   Metabolic
- Taste disturbances, mouth ulcer, loss of appetite and weight loss.

   Miscellaneous
- Kidney damage, fever, GI disorders, muscle pain and influenza-like syndrome.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Etoricoxib

Etoricoxib(Arcoxia) generic is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), prescribed for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gouty arthritis. It blocks a substance in the body named as cyclo-oxygenase-2 (COX-2).


Brand Names or Trade Names of Etoricoxib

India :


International :


Arcoxia
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