In osteoarthritis, Etoricoxib is given orally in a usual dose of 30 mg once daily, increased to 120 mg once daily if necessary. The recommended dose in rheumatoid arthritis is 90 mg once daily; higher dose of 120 mg once daily is used in acute gouty arthritis although such doses should only be used for the symptomatic period and for a maximum of 8 days. Or as prescribed by the physician.