Arcoxia is a type of Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and more specifically as a COX-2 inhibitor. COX-2 is an enzyme that is responsible for pain signalling, and inhibiting this can reduce pain. It is mainly used for pain relief including menstrual pain, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
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