Commony Rx Drugs - Etoricoxib Flashcards
1
Q
What is Etoricoxib?
A
COX-2 Inhbitor
2
Q
What are the risks associated with using COX-2i/NSAIDs?
A
GI/Renal safety concerns
CV events (Diclofenac, high dose ibuprofen)
3
Q
What does MHRA state about the use Etoricoxib? (1)
A
CV and other risks of Etoricoxib awareness.
Lowest effective daily dose is used and regularly tx reassessed.
4
Q
When would Etoricoxib not be Rx as tx? (1)
A
People with persistent BP > 140/90mmHg and inadequately controlled.
