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DeCS
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Descriptor English:
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Etoricoxib
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Descriptor Spanish:
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Etoricoxib
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Descriptor Portuguese:
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Etoricoxib
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Synonyms English:
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Arcoxia
L 791456
L-791456
L791456
MK 0663
MK-0663
MK0663
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Tree Number:
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D02.886.590.444
D03.383.725.354
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Definition English:
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A sulfone and pyridine derivative that acts as a cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitor. It is used as a NSAID for the treatment of pain associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS. It is also used for the short-term treatment of moderate postoperative dental pain. |
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Pharmacological Action:
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
Cyclooxygenase 2 Inhibitors
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History Note English:
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2019 (2001)
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Allowable Qualifiers English:
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Record Number:
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57716
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Unique Identifier:
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D000077613
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Occurrence in VHL:
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Similar:
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DeCS
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