
| Brand Name | Celecoxib |
| Generic Name | Celecoxib |
| Category | Anti-inflammatory |
| Medication | 100 and 200 mg |
What is Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) and what are its uses?
Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) is in a class of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) is used to reduce inflammation and ease mild to moderate pain for such conditions as arthritis or painful menstrual cycles.
Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) works by reducing substances that cause inflammation, pain, and fever in the body
How does Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) treat?
Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that is used to treat arthritis, pain, menstrual cramps, and colonic polyps.
Prostaglandins are chemicals that are important contributors to the inflammation of arthritis that causes the pain, fever, swelling and tenderness. Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) blocks the enzyme that makes prostaglandins (cyclooxygenase 2), resulting in lower concentrations of prostaglandins. As a consequence, inflammation and its accompanying pain, fever, swelling and tenderness are reduced.
Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) differs from other NSAIDs in that it causes less inflammation and ulceration of the stomach and intestine and does not interfere with the clotting of blood.
NSAIDs have been found to prevent the formation and reduce the size of polyps in patients with the genetic disease, familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP).
In FAP, patients develop large numbers of polyps in their colons, and the polyps invariably become malignant. The only cure of FAP requires removal of the entire colon. Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) is approved as an adjunctive (secondary) treatment among patients with FAP. The cramping and pain during menstrual periods is due to prostaglandins, and blocking the production of prostaglandins with Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) reduces the cramps and pain.
Dosage: How should you take Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib)?
For rheumatoid arthritis
The usual dose of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) is 100 or 200 mg twice daily.
For acute pain or menstrual cramps
The usual dose of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) is 400 mg as a single dose on the first day followed by an additional 200 mg if needed, then 200mg twice daily as needed.
For FAP
The usual recommended dose of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) is 400 mg twice daily.
Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) Dosage for Children
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) in children. Special care may be needed.
Have you skipped your Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) dose?
If you miss a dose of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib), take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib). Do not take double or extra doses of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib).
If you take too much of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib)?
Incase of an overdose with Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) seek medical emergency immediately,
Symptoms of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) overdose include
Where should you store Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib)?
Keep Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.
Store Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) at room temperature between 15-30 degrees C (59-86 degrees F). Protect from moisture. Throw away any unused amount of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) after the expiry date.
Available strengths of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib)
Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) capsules are available in the strengths of 100 mg, 200 mg and 400 mg.
Effect of other drugs consumed with Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib)
The following drugs may interact with Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib). They may increase or decrease the activity of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib)
Inform your health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) works.
Who should not take Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib)?
Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether it will harm an unborn baby. Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) should not be taken late in pregnancy (the third trimester) because it may affect the formation of the baby's heart. Do not take Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) passes into breast milk. Do not take Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding.
If you are over the age of 65 years, you may be more likely to experience side effects of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib). You may require a lower dosage or special monitoring during your therapy.
Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy.
If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) should not be used if you suffer from severe liver disease, severe heart failure or severely decreased kidney function.
Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) should not be used by people who have developed asthma, nasal inflammation (rhinitis), nasal polyps, swelling of the face, lips and tongue (angioedema) or itchy rash (urticaria) following the use of aspirin or other NSAIDs
Do not use Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) if you suffer from rare hereditary problems of galactose intolerance, the Lapp lactose deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption.
What should you watch for while taking Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib)?
Inform your health care professional if your pain continues; do not take with other painkillers without advice. If you get flu-like symptoms (fever, chills, muscle aches and pains), call your prescriber or health care professional; do not treat yourself.
To reduce unpleasant effects on your stomach, take Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) with a full glass of water. If you notice black, tarry stools or experience severe stomach pain and vomit blood or what looks like coffee grounds, notify your health care prescriber immediately.
Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) cannot take the place of aspirin for the prevention of heart attack or stroke. If you are taking medicines that affect the clotting of your blood, such as aspirin or blood thinners such as Coumadin, talk to your health care provider or prescriber before taking Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib). If you are currently taking aspirin for this purpose, you should not discontinue taking aspirin without checking with your prescriber or health care professional.
Do not smoke cigarettes or drink alcohol; these increase irritation to your stomach and can make it more susceptible to damage from Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib).
Avoid taking other prescription or over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen (Advil), Naprosyn (Aleve), or ketoprofen (Orudis KT), while taking Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib). side effects of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) including stomach upset, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting or serious side effects of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) such as ulcers are more likely if Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) is given with other NSAIDs. Many non-prescription products contain NSAIDs; closely read labels before taking any medicines with Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib).
Possible Side effects of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib)
Side effects of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) that you should report to your health care professional as soon as possible:
Side effects of Celecoxib (Generic Celecoxib) that should be reported to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome:
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