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Etorifod 90 Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

ETORICOXIB-90MG

Uses:

Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Gout.

Medicinal Benefits:

Etorifod 90 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

Etorifod 90 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 Etorifod 90 Tablet for the longer term, especially in higher doses, as it increases the risk of heart attack and stroke.

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

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

Etorifod 90 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.

Etorifod 90 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.