etoricoxib
Drug class
Active ingredient: etoricoxib
- CoxibsATC code: M01AHSource: ATC
Allergy cross-reactivity
Selective COX-2 inhibitors / safe alternative
Risk level: Low
Basis: Selective COX-2 inhibitors spare COX-1 and are generally tolerated in COX-1-mediated NSAID hypersensitivity. Paracetamol is a weak COX inhibitor, likewise generally tolerated.
Other active ingredients in the same group:
- celecoxib
- paracetamol
Notes: Generally tolerated but never absolutely safe; a minority still react (celecoxib ~10%). Confirm by a specialist.
Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3936045/
Cross-reactivity risk is not definitive; consult an allergy/infectious disease specialist.
Breastfeeding
LactMed
Risk level: Caution
Limited lactation data; established-safety alternatives preferred.
Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK615236/
Breastfeeding safety requires individual assessment; consult a physician.