Is etoricoxib anti inflammatory?
Etoricoxib is a medicine called a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It is also known as an ‘NSAID’. Tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other anti-inflammatory medicine….About etoricoxib tablets.
| Type of medicine | A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) |
|---|---|
| Available as | Tablets |
What is etoricoxib used to treat?
Etoricoxib helps to reduce the pain and swelling (inflammation) in the joints and muscles of people 16 years of age and older with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and gout.
Is etoricoxib stronger than ibuprofen?
High dose diclofenac or etoricoxib were the most effective non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) for treating pain and function. They were superior to other commonly used NSAIDs such as ibuprofen.
When is the best time to take etoricoxib?
Arcoxia tablets should be taken once a day, preferably at the same time each day. You can take your tablet either with or without food, but if you take it without food it may start to work faster. If you have arthritis you’ll usually need to take a tablet every day on a regular basis to reduce inflammation and pain.