Both Arcoxia and Celebrex are selective nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) known as COX-2 inhibitors. These medications relieve pain and inflammation while reducing the risk of stomach side effects compared to traditional NSAIDs. Understanding the differences between them helps determine the most appropriate medication for each patient.
Arcoxia Tablets Ingredients
Arcoxia tablets contain the active ingredient etoricoxib. Etoricoxib is a highly selective inhibitor of COX-2, the enzyme responsible for producing prostaglandins that cause pain and inflammation.
Celebrex Tablets Ingredients
Celebrex tablets contain the active ingredient celecoxib. Celecoxib is also a selective COX-2 inhibitor, but it may be slightly less selective than etoricoxib in some respects.
Information about Arcoxia tablets
Drug class: Selective nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (COX-2 inhibitors)
Drug classification: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory
Pharmaceutical form: Tablets
Pharmaceutical family: COX-2 inhibitors
Active ingredient: Etoricoxib
Information about Celebrex tablets
Drug class: Selective nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (COX-2 inhibitors)
Drug class: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory
Pharmaceutical form: Capsules
Pharmaceutical family: COX-2 inhibitors
Active ingredient: Celecoxib