Uses of Etoricoxib+Paracetamol

The combination of Etoricoxib+Paracetamol is used to manage pain and inflammation in conditions like ankylosing spondylitis (inflammation of the spine), osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Therapeutic Category

Etoricoxib+Paracetamol: Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) and Analgesics

How Etoricoxib+Paracetamol works

Etoricoxib+Paracetamol helps to relieve pain and inflammation, where etoricoxib inhibits cyclo-oxygenase enzyme (COX-2) and reduces prostaglandins (PGs) generation from arachidonic acid and paracetamol appears to relieve pain by elevation of the pain threshold.

Common side effects of Etoricoxib+Paracetamol

• Stomach pain, constipation, gas
• Gastritis, acid reflux
• Diarrhea, stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting
• Inflammation of food pipe
• Mouth ulcer
• Swelling of the legs and/or feet due to fluid retention
• Dizziness, headache
• Irregular heart rhythm
• Wheezing or shortness of breath
• Weakness and fatigue, flu-like illness

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor, if you experience:

• Shortness of breath, chest pain, or ankle swelling appear or if they get worse
• Signs of liver problems such as yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice)
• Severe or continual stomach pain or your stools become black
• Allergic reaction (signs include skin problems such as ulcers or blistering or swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat which may cause difficulty in breathing)

Health Tips for Etoricoxib+Paracetamol

• Take Etoricoxib+Paracetamol as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Do not exceed the recommended dosage. It may be taken with or without food. Do not skip doses or stop taking them without consulting your doctor
• Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Etoricoxib+Paracetamol, as it can enhance certain side effects and increase the risk of liver damage
• Drink an adequate amount of water unless your healthcare provider
• Attend regular check-ups with your healthcare provider to monitor your health
• Inform your healthcare provider about any other medications you are taking, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
• Etoricoxib+Paracetamol is not recommended for use in pregnant or planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding women