Atocib medicine 60mg, 90mg and 120mg: Uses and usage

Article by Pharmacist Nguyen Thi Thanh Hoa - Faculty of Pharmacy - Vinmec Times City International General Hospital

Atocib 60mg, 90mg and 120mg are prescription drugs used to treat various arthritis and pain problems in adults.

Atocib 60mg, 90mg and 120mg contains etoricoxib which is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, selectively inhibits cyclooxygenase - 2 (COX - 2), has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antipyretic effects. The drug is available in the form of film-coated tablets.

Atocib 60mg, 90mg and 120mg is indicated for the acute and chronic treatment of a number of diseases in patients over 16 years of age:
Osteoarthritis (degenerative joint) Rheumatoid arthritis Ankylosing spondylitis Ankylosing spondylitis Acute (acute gout) Acute and chronic pain relief Primary dysmenorrhea .

Atocib 60mg, 90mg and 120mg can be taken with or without food.
Suggested dosage level:
Arthritis or osteoarthritis (degenerative joint): 30-60mg/time/day. Rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatoid spondylitis: 90mg/time/day Acute gout, acute pain and primary dysmenorrhea: 120mg/time/day Chronic pain: 60mg/time/day Note:
Adjustment Dosage in patients with hepatic impairment A dose of 120 mg should be used only during the acute symptomatic period and for a maximum duration of 8 days. The drug should be taken for the shortest time and the lowest effective daily dose to minimize cardiovascular risk

Contraindicated in patients with a history of bronchospasm, bronchial asthma, acute rhinitis, nasal polyps, Quincke's edema, urticaria and allergic reactions after taking aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or contraindicated in patients with uncontrolled hypertension. Etoricoxib is contraindicated for use in pregnant women. The drug is excreted in breast milk, so breast-feeding should be stopped if the mother uses the drug. , a particular disease and can interact with many different drugs. You will need to be evaluated and consulted by your doctor or pharmacist before using the drug.

When using Atocib 60mg, 90mg and 120mg, you may experience side effects such as abdominal pain, constipation, flatulence, gastritis, reflux, dizziness, headache, arrhythmia, tachycardia , hypertension, bronchospasm... Not all patients experience undesirable effects of the drug, nor do all patients experience all undesirable effects of the drug. However, if you feel that the side effects are bothersome or severe, or prolonged, you need to talk to your healthcare provider for advice and timely support.
Atocib 60mg, 90mg and 120mg contains etoricoxib which is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, a selective cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitor, this is a prescription drug, used to treat various inflammatory arthritis and pain problems in Adults. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects, patients need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor, professional pharmacist.
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