Etoricoxib / Thiocolchicoside
NSAID / analgesic–anti-inflammatory
What it is used for
Pain especially that of the neck and shoulder due to neuromuscular and skeletal spasm. Clinical selection for Etoricoxib / Thiocolchicoside should follow culture results where relevant, Kenya STG/EML recommendations, and the current product SmPC. Class context: NSAID / analgesic–anti-inflammatory. Confirm site-specific dose, duration and monitoring before prescribing.
Warnings
Lowest effective dose, shortest duration. GI protection (PPI) if high risk. CV risk (MI/stroke) with many NSAIDs — caution in known CVD. Monitor renal function in elderly, diuretic/ACEI/ARB users (triple whammy). Avoid combining multiple NSAIDs.
Possible side effects
Dyspepsia, nausea, fluid retention, raised BP. Serious: peptic ulcer/bleed, AKI, heart failure exacerbation, severe skin reactions, bronchospasm, hepatitis (rare).
Storage
Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.
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