Tablets are sold in several strengths, often including 30 mg, 60 mg, 90 mg and 120 mg; not all strengths are approved for every use.
Prescription classification
Prescription only (Schedule H / verified)
Approved routes of administration
Oral
Applies to
IN; product status and availability may vary by jurisdiction
Approved indications
A selective COX-2 inhibitor (NSAID) used to relieve pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, acute gout, and short-term post-operative or dental pain.
Contraindications (do not use if…)
Do not use with known hypersensitivity to etoricoxib or NSAID allergy. Avoid in people with established ischaemic heart disease, stroke, peripheral arterial disease, active ulcers, severe liver or kidney disease, or uncontrolled hypertension. Avoid in pregnancy.
Important precautions
Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration. Monitor blood pressure at the start of treatment and regularly during use. Etoricoxib raises cardiovascular risk ‚ assess carefully before prescribing to at-risk patients.
Common side effects
Common effects include headache, dizziness, fluid retention, raised blood pressure, indigestion, and stomach pain.
Serious side effects — seek urgent medical care
Seek urgent care for chest pain, signs of stroke, severe gastrointestinal bleeding, serious liver reactions, severe allergic reactions, or heart failure.
Important interactions
Interactions include warfarin and other anticoagulants, antihypertensives, diuretics, lithium, methotrexate, and ciclosporin. Review all medicines with your doctor or pharmacist.
Allergy considerations
Avoid if you have had an allergic or hypersensitivity reaction to etoricoxib, aspirin, or any NSAID. Includes reactions such as bronchospasm or hives.
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy safety
Contraindicated
Notes
Not recommended during pregnancy, especially in the third trimester. Avoid unless specifically directed by a specialist.
Information
Lactation safety
Generally avoided
Notes
Not recommended while breastfeeding. Discuss alternatives with your doctor.
Children and older adults
Not licensed for use in children under 16. Older adults are at higher cardiovascular and gastrointestinal risk and require careful assessment and monitoring.
Storage
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from moisture and light. Keep out of children's reach.
Missed dose
Take the missed dose when you remember, unless the next dose is almost due. Skip the missed dose and continue as normal. Do not take two doses at once.
Overdose
If you suspect an overdose, contact a poison helpline or emergency service straight away. Treatment is supportive ‚ bring the medicine pack with you.
If you suspect an overdose or accidental poisoning:
contact your local emergency services or the nearest hospital emergency department immediately. Do not wait for symptoms.
Tablets are sold in several strengths, often including 30 mg, 60 mg, 90 mg and 120 mg; not all strengths are approved for every use.
Prescription classification
Prescription only (Schedule H / verified)
Approved routes of administration
Oral
Applies to
IN; product status and availability may vary by jurisdiction
Approved indications
A selective COX-2 inhibitor (NSAID) used to relieve pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, acute gout, and short-term post-operative or dental pain.
Contraindications (do not use if…)
Do not use with known hypersensitivity to etoricoxib or NSAID allergy. Avoid in people with established ischaemic heart disease, stroke, peripheral arterial disease, active ulcers, severe liver or kidney disease, or uncontrolled hypertension. Avoid in pregnancy.
Important precautions
Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration. Monitor blood pressure at the start of treatment and regularly during use. Etoricoxib raises cardiovascular risk ‚ assess carefully before prescribing to at-risk patients.
Common side effects
Common effects include headache, dizziness, fluid retention, raised blood pressure, indigestion, and stomach pain.
Serious side effects — seek urgent medical care
Seek urgent care for chest pain, signs of stroke, severe gastrointestinal bleeding, serious liver reactions, severe allergic reactions, or heart failure.
Important interactions
Interactions include warfarin and other anticoagulants, antihypertensives, diuretics, lithium, methotrexate, and ciclosporin. Review all medicines with your doctor or pharmacist.
Allergy considerations
Avoid if you have had an allergic or hypersensitivity reaction to etoricoxib, aspirin, or any NSAID. Includes reactions such as bronchospasm or hives.
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy safety
Contraindicated
Notes
Not recommended during pregnancy, especially in the third trimester. Avoid unless specifically directed by a specialist.
Information
Lactation safety
Generally avoided
Notes
Not recommended while breastfeeding. Discuss alternatives with your doctor.
Children and older adults
Not licensed for use in children under 16. Older adults are at higher cardiovascular and gastrointestinal risk and require careful assessment and monitoring.
Storage
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from moisture and light. Keep out of children's reach.
Missed dose
Take the missed dose when you remember, unless the next dose is almost due. Skip the missed dose and continue as normal. Do not take two doses at once.
Overdose
If you suspect an overdose, contact a poison helpline or emergency service straight away. Treatment is supportive ‚ bring the medicine pack with you.
If you suspect an overdose or accidental poisoning:
contact your local emergency services or the nearest hospital emergency department immediately. Do not wait for symptoms.
