Celebrex Generic
Brand: Celebrex Generic Composition: CELECOXIB- Common Brand: celexa What Is Generic?-
Descriptions
Celecoxib (Celebrex) is is a COX-2 inhibitor NSAID.
How to useCelecoxib (Celebrex) is available in form of a tablet to be taken orally. Take Celecoxib (Celebrex) exactly as directed by your health care professional.
SideeffectsLong term or continuous usage of Celecoxib (Celebrex) may increase the risk of heart attack / stroke. Blurred vision Difficulty in breathing or wheezing Difficulty in swallowing Hives or Severe itching Signs of bleeding from the stomach e.g. blood in the urine or stool And any other symptoms that you notice should be immediately reported to your health care professional.
InteractionTell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following: Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), aspirin, corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), heparin, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (eg, fluoxetine) because risk of stomach bleeding may be increased Fluconazole or probenecid because they may increase the risk of Celebrex 's side effects Cyclosporine, lithium, methotrexate, or quinolones (eg, ciprofloxacin) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Celecoxib (Celebrex) Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (eg, enalapril) or diuretics (eg, furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide) because their effectiveness may be decreased by Celecoxib (Celebrex) This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Celecoxib (Celebrex) may interact with other medicines that you take.
OverdoseIf overdose is suspected, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
NotesIf you are taking blood thinners in any form inform your doctor about the same. It is very important not to use celecoxib during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless health care provider has specifically directed you to as it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. Do not take aspirin while you are using Celecoxib (Celebrex) unless your doctor tells you to. If you have any questions about Celecoxib (Celebrex), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
Missed DoseDo not take double or extra doses to make up for a missed dose.
UsesTreating rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, juvenile arthritis, menstrual pain, or pain. Celecoxib (Celebrex) is used in familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) to decrease the number of polyps in the rectal area.
Other UsesCelecoxib (Celebrex) may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
StorageStore at room temperature between 15-30 degrees C / 59-86 degrees F, in a cool dry place.
PrecautionsTell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal product, or dietary supplement if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances if you have a history of kidney or liver disease, diabetes, or stomach or bowel problems (eg, bleeding, perforation, ulcers) if you have a history of swelling or fluid buildup, asthma, growths in the nose (nasal polyps), or mouth inflammation if you have a high fever, rash, high blood pressure, blood disorders, bleeding or clotting problems, heart problems (eg, heart failure), or blood vessel disease, or you are at risk for any of these diseases if you have poor health, dehydration or low fluid volume, or low blood sodium levels, you drink alcohol, or you have a history of alcohol abuse









