The recommended dose of etoricoxib is 90mg once daily for a maximum of 3 days. Additional postoperative analgesia can be prescribed if required.
No dosage adjustment is necessary for the elderly. However, etoricoxib is contraindicated in patients with creatinine clearance <30ml/min and dose reduction is required for patients with hepatic impairment.
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Arcoxia licensed for pain following dental surgery
Arcoxia (etoricoxib) has been approved for the short-term treatment of moderate pain associated with dental surgery.
