Etoricoxib Teva Dosage/Direction for Use

Etoricoxib Teva Tablets should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time.
There are different strengths available for this medicinal product and depending on the disease the doctor will prescribe the tablet strength that is appropriate.
The recommended dose is: Osteoarthritis: The recommended dose is 30 mg* once a day, increased to a maximum of 60 mg once a day if needed.
Rheumatoid arthritis: The recommended dose is 60 mg once a day, increased to a maximum of 90 mg once a day if needed.
Ankylosing spondylitis: The recommended dose is 60 mg once a day, increased to a maximum of 90 mg once a day if needed.
Acute pain conditions: Etoricoxib should be used only for the acute painful period.
Gout: The recommended dose is 120 mg once a day which should only be used for the acute painful period, limited to a maximum of 8 days treatment.
Postoperative dental surgery pain: The recommended dose is 90 mg once daily, limited to a maximum of 3 days treatment.
*Dosage of 30 mg should be provided by other preparation.
People with liver problems: If patient has mild liver disease, he/she should not take more than 60 mg a day.
If patient has moderate liver disease, he/she should not take more than 30 mg* a day.
Do not take more than the recommended dose for the condition. The doctor will want to discuss the treatment from time to time. It is important that the patient uses the lowest dose that controls the pain and he/she should not take Etoricoxib Teva Tablet for longer than necessary. This is because the risk of heart attacks and strokes might increase after prolonged treatment, especially with high doses.
*Dosage of 30 mg should be provided by other preparation.
Use in children and adolescents: Etoricoxib Teva Tablet should not be taken by children or adolescents under 16 years of age.
Elderly: No dose adjustment is necessary for elderly patients. As with other medicines, caution should be exercised in elderly patients.
Method of administration: Etoricoxib Teva Tablet is for oral use.
Take tablets once a day. Etoricoxib Teva Tablet can be taken with or without food.
If patient forgets to take Etoricoxib Teva Tablet: It is important to take Etoricoxib Teva Tablet as prescribed. If a dose is missed, just resume the usual schedule the following day.
Do not take a double dose to make up for the forgotten tablet. If the patient has any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask the doctor or pharmacist.