INTRODUCTION ABOUT ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET

ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET is used to reduce pain and swelling associated with inflammatory bone conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis (inflammation of the spine), and gout (joint pain caused by excessive accumulation of uric acid in between the joints). It can also be used to reduce pain following a dental surgery. It contains Etoricoxib, which belongs to the group of medicines called Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs. It works by blocking the release of certain chemicals (prostaglandins) in the body that cause pain, swelling, and inflammation, thereby reducing pain and inflammation associated with inflammatory conditions.

Before taking ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any history of heart, liver, or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have diabetes, high blood cholesterol levels, uncontrollable high blood pressure, or severe dehydration. ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET is strictly not recommended for use in patients with stomach problems (such as stomach ulcers, bleeding in the gut, or inflammatory bowel diseases). It is also not suitable for use in patients with stroke or any severe form of heart problems, liver problems, or kidney problems.

It is suitable for use in adults and adolescents (aged 16 years or older). Do not take ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding without consulting your doctor. The most common side effects of taking ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET are stomach pain, bloating, constipation, mouth ulcers. Consult your doctor immediately if any of these side effects worsen.

USES OF ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET

It is used in adults and in adolescents (aged 16 years or older) to:

• Manage pain and swelling caused by inflammation of bones and joints
• Manage pain following dental surgery

HOW ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET WORKS

ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET is a pain-relieving medicine. It works by blocking the release of certain chemicals (prostaglandins) in the body that cause pain, swelling, and inflammation, thereby reducing pain and inflammation associated with inflammatory conditions.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

• Take ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET as advised by your physician
• Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine
• ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET can be taken with or without food
• Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition

SIDE EFFECTS OF ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET

Common side effects of ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET:

• stomach pain
• constipation, flatulence, heartburn, indigestion, diarrhea
• mouth ulcer
• feeling weak or tired
• infections of the respiratory or urinary tract
• tingling and numbness in the body
• changes in bowel habits, dry mouth, stomach ulcers

Stop taking ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

• chest pain, shortness of breath, swollen ankles
• severe stomach pain with dark stools
• jaundice (yellow colouration of the skin and the eyes)
• signs of an allergic reaction (such as skin rash, itching, blistering, and peeling of the skin, swelling of the face, lips, mouth, and throat, which may lead to breathing difficulties)

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines, such as:

• Anticoagulant (Ex. Warfarin)
• Antibiotics (Ex. Rifampicin)
• Antimetabolites (Ex. Methotrexate)
• Immunosuppressants (Ex. Cyclosporin, Tacrolimus)
• Anti-maniac agents (Ex. Lithium)
• ACE inhibitors (Ex. enalapril, ramipril)
• Angiotensin receptor blockers (Ex. losartan, valsartan)
• Diuretics (Ex. bumetanide, ethacrynic acid)
• Cardiac glycosides (Ex. Digoxin)
• Vasodilators (Ex. Minoxidil)
• Bronchodilators (Ex. Salbutamol)
• Antiprogestational steroids (Ex. mifepristone, drospirenone, ethinylestradiol)
• Hormone replacement therapy (Ex. estradiol, dydrogesterone)
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) (Ex. Aspirin)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more of ETOSHINE 90MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

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