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Aspocox 90 mg Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

ETORICOXIB-90MG

Uses:

Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Gout.

Medicinal Benefits:

Aspocox 90 mg Tablet contains ‘etoricoxib’ which is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It acts as both analgesic (reduces pain) and an anti-inflammatory (reduces inflammation) agent. It is a selective COX-2 inhibitor. COX-2 enzymes are responsible for converting arachidonic acid to prostaglandins which are inflammatory mediators. The blocking of COX-2 reduces the production of prostaglandins, eventually decreasing pain and inflammation.

FAQs

Aspocox 90 mg Tablet contains ‘etoricoxib’, which is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is a COX-2 inhibitor. COX-2 enzyme produces prostaglandins that cause pain, swelling and inflammation.

You should not take Aspocox 90 mg Tablet for the longer term, especially in higher doses, as it increases the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Aspocox 90 mg Tablet may cause dizziness. So, driving or operating heavy machinery is not advisable after taking Aspocox 90 mg Tablet .

Aspocox 90 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age.

Aspocox 90 mg Tablet may increase blood pressure, especially in high doses. It should not be given to patients with uncontrolled blood pressure, heart problems or recent heart surgeries.

Aspocox 90 mg Tablet is a pain killer that helps to reduce pain and inflammation in joint disorder conditions. However, taking it without a doctor's advice is not recommended.