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Alavox 90 contains the main ingredient Etoricoxib with a content of 90mg. Alavox 90 is used in prescription for treatment of osteoarthritis pain. To use the drug effectively and avoid side effects, users need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor or pharmacist.
1. What is Alavox 90?
Alavox 90 contains the main ingredient is Etoricoxib with a concentration of 90mg and excipients just enough for 1 tablet. Alavox 90 is an antipyretic and pain reliever drug made in the form of film-coated tablets.
2 Effects and indications for using Alavox 90
2.1 The effect of the drug Alavox 90 Etoricoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, which inhibits the COX-2 enzyme selectively. Etoricoxib is extensively metabolised by the liver and is eliminated mainly in the urine. The active ingredient Etoricoxib in Alavox 90 is indicated for pain relief and anti-inflammatory treatment for people with musculoskeletal conditions such as osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout.
2.2 Indications to use Alavox 90 drug Alavox 90 is prescribed and indicated by doctors to treat the following diseases:
Treatment and prevention of bone and joint diseases: Osteoarthritis, musculoskeletal pain, inflammation Rheumatism, treatment of gout. Relieve toothache, menstrual pain in women
3. How to use and dosage of Alavox 90
3.1 Dosage of Alavox 90 Depending on each medical case, the doctor appoints the patient to use the appropriate dose:
Chronic osteoarthritis: The patient needs to take 30 mg once a day. Your doctor may prescribe an increase to 60mg/day if deemed necessary. In acute cases, the doctor may prescribe: 90mg, 1 time / day. Acute gout attack: The patient takes 120mg/time and 1 time/day. Use up to 8 days. Rheumatoid arthritis: Patients take 90mg once a day. The above drug dosage may be changed if the patient has some comorbidities as follows:
Maximum dose of Alavox 90 in patients with mild hepatic impairment for all indications (Child-Pugh index from 5-6) is: 60mg once/day. Patients with moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh score 7-9): Approximately 60mg every other day or 30mg once a day. Alavox 90 should not be used in patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh score ≥10). Children and adolescents: Alavox 90 is not recommended if under 16 years of age. It should be noted that the above drug dosage is for reference only, patients should not arbitrarily apply but should strictly follow the instructions of the doctor and pharmacist advising on drug use. Absolutely do not arbitrarily increase or decrease the dose of the drug. Arbitrarily increasing or decreasing the dose not only reduces the effectiveness of the drug, but also increases the risk of side effects.
3.2 How to take Alavox 90 Alavox 90 is available as a film-coated tablet. Therefore, patients need to use Alavox 90 orally. To avoid stomach irritation, the patient should drink with a full glass of water, about 30 - 50 ml of water. Alavox 90 can be taken before or after meals, but the drug works faster if taken on an empty stomach.
4. Contraindications to using Alavox 90
Alavox 90 is contraindicated for use in the following cases:
Patients with hypersensitivity to one or all of the ingredients contained in Alavox 90 Patients with gastric ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding. The patient has severe liver failure. Severe renal failure (ClCr < 30ml/min). History of asthma, nasal polyps, acute rhinitis, angioedema, urticaria with aspirin or NSAIDs. Pregnant or lactating women Children under 16 years old. not recommended to use acute rhinitis cystitis . Severe congestive heart failure.
5. Side effects of the drug Alavox 90
During the use of Alavox 90, patients may experience some of the following side effects:
On the digestive system: Digestive disorders, nausea, vomiting On the nervous system: drowsiness, confusion, hallucinations, depression. On the circulatory system and the cardiovascular system: increased heart rate, increased blood pressure. When experiencing the above effects or any other abnormality, the patient should see a doctor for advice and appropriate treatment, to avoid serious consequences.
6. Alavox 90 . drug interactions
Alavox 90 may interact with some other drugs if taken at the same time as follows:
Aspirin: Increases the risk of gastrointestinal ulcers. Methotrexate, oral contraceptives, lithium, hormone replacement therapy: When Alavox 90 is used concurrently with these drugs, blood levels of the drug may be increased. In particular, Rifampin also reduces the concentration of etoricoxib in the blood. Alavox 90mg when used concurrently with ACE inhibitors or angiotensin II antagonists may reduce the antihypertensive effect. To avoid drug interactions, patients should inform their doctors about the drugs they are taking so that they can prescribe the right medication.
7. Note when using and storing Alavox 90
7.1 Notes and cautions Alavox 90 should be used with caution in patients with severe liver and kidney dysfunction, cardiovascular disease, and high blood pressure. Attention should be paid to monitoring for fluid retention, edema, and hypertension in patients with a history or history of fluid retention, hypertension, and heart failure. Particular attention is required in patients with impaired renal function, decompensated heart failure, or pre-existing cirrhosis.
Patients need to use the correct dose of Alavox 90 as indicated on the label or as directed by the doctor. Absolutely do not use Alavox 90 drug overdose, because it can cause accumulation of drug in the body.
Do not arbitrarily stop Alavox 90 during the treatment of any disease, because the drug may aggravate the existing condition.
Patients need to pay attention to carefully read the information in the instruction leaflet inside the medicine box.
For drivers and machine operators, heavy workers should pay attention, because Alavox 90 can cause side effects such as drowsiness, confusion, hallucinations, depression,... affect the concentration of drivers and operators of machines, heavy workers.
7.2 Precautions for use on pregnant women and nursing mothers For pregnant and lactating women: According to the manufacturer's recommendations, do not use Alavox for pregnant and lactating women. , because the drug Alavox 90 can cause adverse effects on the health of the mother and the fetus such as heart rhythm disturbances, fetal anemia, ..
To ensure the best quality of the drug, you need to preserve it. Medicine at a temperature below 25 degrees Celsius, do not leave the medicine in a humid place, away from the UV rays of sunlight. Read the expiry date of Alavox 90 on the package carefully. Store medicine out of reach of children.
Alavox 90 medicine contains the main ingredient Etoricoxib with a content of 90mg. Alavox 90 is used in prescription treatment for osteoarthritis pain. To use the drug effectively and avoid side effects, users need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor or pharmacist.
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