Arcoxia 90

Tablet · MSD
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Arcoxia 90 is a tablet made by MSD that contains Etoricoxib 90 mg. Etoricoxib is a anti-inflammatory painkiller (cox-2): relieves pain and swelling in arthritis, gout attacks and after dental surgery.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Etoricoxib90 mg

What it is used for

Relieves pain and swelling in arthritis, gout attacks and after dental surgery.

How it works

A COX-2 selective NSAID for arthritis, gout and back pain; gentler on the stomach than older NSAIDs but with heart risks.

How to take it

Usually 60 to 90 mg once a day (120 mg for short gout attacks), with or without food.

Common side effects

  • Swollen ankles
  • Raised blood pressure
  • Indigestion
  • Headache

Get medical help straight away if

  • Chest pain or breathlessness
  • Weakness on one side
  • Black stools

Be careful

Can raise blood pressure; caution with heart disease.

Other medicines and interactions

Raises blood pressure; weakens blood pressure medicines; kidney risk with diuretics and ACE inhibitors. Avoid with other NSAIDs.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Must not be used in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Same composition, other brands (12)

Nucoxia 90Etoshine 90ETOZOX 90Intacoxia 90Ezact 90Etrik-90Etowin 90Etorica 90Etrobax 90Etoxib 90Retoz-90Etody 90

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.

Common questions

What is Arcoxia 90?

Arcoxia 90 is a tablet by MSD containing Etoricoxib 90 mg.

What is Arcoxia 90 used for?

Relieves pain and swelling in arthritis, gout attacks and after dental surgery.

How should I take Arcoxia 90?

Usually 60 to 90 mg once a day (120 mg for short gout attacks), with or without food. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Arcoxia 90?

Common side effects include: Swollen ankles, raised blood pressure, indigestion, headache. Get medical help straight away for: Chest pain or breathlessness, weakness on one side, black stools.

Does Arcoxia 90 need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Arcoxia 90 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Must not be used in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

What are the substitutes for Arcoxia 90?

Brands with the same composition: Nucoxia 90, Etoshine 90, ETOZOX 90, Intacoxia 90, Ezact 90, Etrik-90, Etowin 90, Etorica 90, Etrobax 90, Etoxib 90, Retoz-90, Etody 90. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.