Exitor, 120 Mg - 30 Tablets

Product Name

• Exitor, 120 Mg - 30 Tablets

Scientific Name

• Etoricoxib 120 Mg Tablets

Category Of Exitor 120 Mg Tablets

• Analgesic And Antipyretic Drugs

Mechanism Of Action Of Etoricoxib

• Etoricoxib is an NSAID that acts as an analgesic, anti-inflammatory & antipyretic used to treat multiple diseases
• Etoricoxib is a selective inhibitor of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), which is responsible for prostaglandin synthesis, an integral part of the pain and inflammation pathway.

Therapeutic Indications Of Exitor 120 Mg Tablets

• 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.
• Etoricoxib is also used for the short-term treatment of moderate pain after dental surgery in people 16 years of age and older.

Method Of Administration Of Exitor 120 Mg Tablets

• Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
• Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• Doses may change from patient to patient based on your age, your medical condition, and whether or not you are taking other medicines.
• Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you.
• There are different strengths available for this medicinal product and depending on your disease your doctor will prescribe the tablet strength that is appropriate for you.
• The recommended dose is one capsule/tablet or as directed by the physician
• Etoricoxib is for adults only; it is not for use in children.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Exitor 120 Mg Tablets

• Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

1. High blood pressure
2. Chest pain
3. Dizziness
4. Vomiting
5. Stomach ache
6. Headache
7. Muscle stiffness
8. Constipation

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Exitor 120 Mg Tablets

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Advice to reduce Joint Pain

• Keep your joints moving. Do daily, gentle stretches that move your joints through their full range of motion.
• Reduce any extra weight. As weight may put pressure on your joints. Rondiet is a safe supplement for healthy weight loss
• Some herbal supplements like turmeric, in Flexizac, are found to be a powerful anti-inflammatory and with high benefits in controlling different joint diseases
• Massage might improve pain and stiffness temporarily.

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Exitor 120 Mg Tablets

• Before you use this medicine talk to your doctor or pharmacist if:

1. You have a history of stomach bleeding or ulcers.
2. You are dehydrated, for example by a prolonged bout of vomiting or diarrhea.
3. You have swelling due to fluid retention.
4. You have a history of heart failure or any other form of heart disease.
5. You have a history of high blood pressure.
6. You have a history of liver or kidney disease.
7. You are being treated for an infection. This medicine can mask or hide a fever, which is a sign of infection.
8. You have diabetes, high cholesterol, or are a smoker. These can increase your risk of heart disease.
9. You are a woman trying to become pregnant.
10. You are over 65 years of age.

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Storage Conditions Of Exitor 120 Mg Tablets

• Store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate the container
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About Etoricoxib

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit SFDA website
• Visit Drugs.com at Information About Etoricoxib
• Visit DrugBank at Information About Etoricoxib