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What is Arcoxia:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n What is Arcoxia used for?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n What is osteoarthritis?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Osteoarthritis is a joint disease. It is caused by a gradual breakdown of cartilage that dampens the contact of the bone ends with each other. This causes swelling ( inflammation ), pain, tenderness, stiffness, and reduced mobility. What is rheumatoid arthritis?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term inflammatory disease of the joints. It causes pain, stiffness, swelling, and a decrease in mobility in the affected joints. It can also cause inflammation in other parts of the body. What is gout?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Gout is a joint disease that involves sudden, recurrent attacks of very painful inflammation and redness of the joints. It is caused by the storage of mineral crystals in the joint. What is ankylosing spondylitis?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory disease of the spine and major joints. If you think any of these apply to you, do not take the tablets until you have consulted your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Arcoxia:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are not sure if any of the above applies to you, talk to your doctor<\/strong> to see if this medicine is right for you before taking Arcoxia<\/strong>. Arcoxia works just as well in older and younger adult patients. If you are over 65, your doctor may want to monitor your treatment. No dose adjustment is necessary for patients over 65 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not give this medicine to children and adolescents under 16 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. Your doctor should be especially aware if you are already being treated with any of the following medicines and may need to check the effect of the medication when starting treatment with Arcoxia:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The effect can be achieved faster if Arcoxia is taken without food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pregnancy<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Arcoxia should not be used during pregnancy. If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, do not take the tablets. Stop taking the tablets and consult your doctor if you become pregnant. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure or need more advice. Breast-feeding<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It is unknown if Arcoxia passes into breast milk. If you are breast-feeding or planning to breast-feed, talk to your doctor before taking Arcoxia. If you are taking Arcoxia, do not breast-feed. Fertility<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Arcoxia is not recommended for women trying to conceive<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dizziness and drowsiness have been reported in some people who have used Arcoxia. Do not drive or use machines or tools if you feel dizzy or drowsy. You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased vigilance. One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and \/ or side effects. Descriptions of these effects and side effects can be found in other sections. Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine. Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure. Do not take more than the recommended dose for your illness. Your doctor may occasionally want to discuss your treatment. It is important that you use the lowest possible dose for pain relief and you should not use Arcoxia for longer than necessary as the risk of heart attack and stroke may increase with long-term treatment, especially at high doses. There are different strengths available of this drug and depending on your illness, your doctor will prescribe the strength that is right for you. The recommended dose is:<\/strong> Arthritis<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The recommended dose is 30 mg once daily. If necessary, the dose can be increased to a maximum of 60 mg once daily. Rheumatoid arthritis<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The recommended dose is 60 mg once daily. If necessary, the dose can be increased to a maximum of 90 mg once daily. Ankylosing spondylitis<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The recommended dose is 60 mg once daily. If necessary, the dose can be increased to a maximum of 90 mg once daily. Acute pain conditions<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Etoricoxib should only be used during the acute period of pain. Gout<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The recommended dose is 120 mg once daily which should only be used during the acute period of pain and aches, limited to a maximum of 8 days of treatment. Pain after dental surgery<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The recommended dose is 90 mg once daily, limited to a maximum of 3 days of treatment. People with liver problems<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Use for children and adolescents<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Children and adolescents under 16 years of age should not take Arcoxia. Older<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n No dose adjustment is necessary for elderly patients. As with other medicines, caution should be exercised in elderly patients. How to take this medicine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Take Arcoxia tablets by mouth. Take the tablets once a day. Arcoxia can be taken with or without food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is important that you take your dose according to your doctor’s prescription. If you forget to take a dose, return to the usual schedule the next day. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten tablet. If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Stop taking Arcoxia and contact your doctor immediately if you get any of the following symptoms (see What you need to know before you take Arcoxia section 2):<\/strong> \u2022 shortness of breath, chest pain or swelling of the feet, or if they worsen<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yellowish skin or yellowish whites of the eyes (jaundice) – these are signs of liver problems<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 severe or persistent abdominal pain or if you have black stools<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 allergic reaction including skin reactions such as sores or blisters, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat which may cause difficulty breathing. The frequency of possible side effects listed below is defined as follows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Very common (affects more than 1 user in 10)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Common (affects 1 to 10 users in 100)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Uncommon (affects 1 to 10 users in 1,000)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Rare (affects 1 to 10 users in 10,000)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Very rare (affects less than 1 user in 10,000)<\/p>\n\n\n\n The following side effects may occur during treatment with Arcoxia: Very common:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Usual:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Uncommon:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Rare:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency, www.lakemedelsverket.se. By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton. The expiration date is the last day of the specified month. Jar: Close the jar tightly. Moisture sensitive. Blister: Store in the original package. Moisture sensitive. Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Arcoxia tablets are available in 4 strengths. 30 mg: blue-green, apple-shaped biconvex tablets marked “ACX 30” on one side and “101” on the other side. 60 mg: dark green, apple-shaped, biconvex tablets marked “ARCOXIA 60” on one side and “200” on the other side. 90 mg: white, apple-shaped, biconvex tablets marked “ARCOXIA 90” on one side and “202” on the other side. 120 mg: light green, apple-shaped, biconvex tablets marked “ARCOXIA 120” on one side and “204” on the other side. Pack sizes<\/strong> :<\/p>\n\n\n\n 30 mg: Blister packs containing 2, 7, 14, 20, 28, 49, 98 film-coated tablets, multiple packs containing 98 (2 packs of 49) film-coated tablets. 60 mg: Blister packs containing 2, 5, 7, 10, 14, 20, 28, 30, 50, 84, 98, 100 film-coated tablets, multiple packs containing 98 (2 packs of 49) film-coated tablets. Jars containing 30 or 90 film-coated tablets and containers with desiccant. The desiccant (one or two containers) in the jar used to keep the tablets dry should not be swallowed. 90 and 120 mg: Blister packs containing 2, 5, 7, 10, 14, 20, 28, 30, 50, 84, 100 film-coated tablets, multiple packs containing 98 (2 packs of 49) film-coated tablets. Jars containing 30 or 90 film-coated tablets and containers with desiccant. The desiccant (one or two containers) in the jar used to keep the tablets dry should not be swallowed. 60, 90 and 120 mg: Aluminum \/ aluminum blisters (single dose) in packs of 5, 50 or 100 tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Local representative<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n This medicinal product is authorized under the European Economic Area under the names<\/strong> :<\/p>\n\n\n\n Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, United Kingdom, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Austria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n ARCOXIA<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Arcoxia contains the active substance etoricoxib. Arcoxia belongs to a group of medicines called selective cyclooxygenase -2 ( COX-2 ) inhibitors. 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