Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Etoricoxib (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) and Thiocolchicoside (Muscle relaxant). Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet is used for the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, ankylosing spondylitis, acute pain, chronic low back pain and muscle spasms. Etoricoxib blocks the effect of a chemical messenger known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme that makes another chemical, prostaglandins, which are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, lesser prostaglandins are produced. This helps in reducing mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. Thiocolchicoside works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby helping relieve pain due to muscle spasms.

FAQs

How does Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet work?

Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet contains Etoricoxib and Thiocolchicoside. Etoricoxib blocks the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation. Thiocolchicoside works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby helping relieve pain due to muscle spasms.

Is Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet used to treat arthritis?

Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet is used to reduce and relieve pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Arthritis is tenderness and swelling in the joints.

I have stomach ulcers. Can I take Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet?

Avoid taking Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet if you have stomach ulcers, bleeding problems or heart problems. Talk to your doctor regarding your concerns, he/she may prescribe alternate medicine.

Does Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet. Drink enough fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Does Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet cause oedema?

Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet might cause swelling of feet and hands due to fluid retention (oedema). While lying down, raise your legs above by putting a pillow below them. Follow a low-salt diet as it might help in reducing fluid build-up.

Is it safe to take contraceptive pills along with Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet?

Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet, if taken along with birth control pills, might increase the risk of side-effects. Please consult your doctor, he/she may suggest an alternate method of contraception.

Can Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet be used in patients suffering from an infection?

Arocoxia MR 90mg/4mg Tablet should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from the infection since it may mask the symptoms of an infection, such as a fever. Frequent clinical monitoring is recommended for such patients.