CompositionETRIK 90 Tablet is used to provide relief from the pain and swelling associated with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and acute gout attacks. It is also used for short-term management of pain following certain surgical procedures. It contains etoricoxib, a selective COX-2 inhibitor, a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicine.
Etoricoxib works by selectively blocking the COX-2 enzyme, which is responsible for producing the chemicals that cause pain, swelling and inflammation, while having less effect on the stomach-protecting COX-1 pathway than older NSAIDs.
Take this tablet as prescribed, with or without food, at the lowest effective dose for the shortest time needed, exactly as your doctor prescribes.
Tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or a history of stroke, as COX-2 inhibitors can increase cardiovascular risk with prolonged use. Report swelling of the ankles or feet, unusual weight gain, or shortness of breath, and avoid this medicine if you have active stomach ulcers or significant kidney impairment.
