ARCOXIA (Etoricoxib) 120mg Tab 10's

ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S)

Etoricoxib

DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION?

This medicine requires a doctor's prescription. It falls under 'Prescription Only Medicine (POM)'.

BENEFITS AND USES:

This medication is used to help relieve pain and inflammation in ankylosing spondylitis (inflammation in the joints of your spine), osteoarthritis (a condition where joint surfaces are damaged, causing pain and stiffness of the joints), rheumatoid arthritis (inflammation in the joints of the fingers, wrist, feet, or ankles), or gouty arthritis (sudden, severe attacks of pain, swelling, redness and tenderness in the joints). It may also be used to treat pain associated with dental procedures and dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation). This medicine may be used to treat other conditions as decided by your doctor.

DIRECTIONS:

Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not take more or less than instructed by your doctor or pharmacist. Try to take this medication at the same time each day. You may stop taking this medication when you have no more pain or inflamation.

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICINE?

This medicine may cause the following side effects: - Headache - Nausea - Indigestion - Stomach discomfort Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience other side effects.