Celebrex 100mg Capsule

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Pfizer Ltd
Active Ingredient	Celecoxib (100mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Pyrazole Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class	NSAID's -Selective COX-2 Inhibitors
User Rating	4.5
User Reviews	618

FAQ

Is Celebrex 100mg safe?

Yes. Celebrex 100mg is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor

Does Celebrex 100mg cause drowsiness, weight gain or constipation?

Celebrex 100mg may cause drowsiness, weight gain or constipation. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor

Is Celebrex 100mg gluten free?

Yes. Celebrex 100mg is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

Is Celebrex 100mg a narcotic or addictive drug?

No. Celebrex 100mg is not a narcotic or addictive drug

Does celecoxib contain aspirin, codeine or sulfa?

No. Celecoxib is by itself a type of medicinal compound. It does not contain aspirin, codeine or sulfa

How does Celebrex 100mg work?

Celebrex 100mg works by inhibiting the formation of chemicals called prostaglandins in the body that cause pain and inflammation, thereby reducing the pain and swelling symptoms.

Is Celebrex 100mg banned in India?

No. Celebrex 100mg is not banned in India. It is legally available on prescription

What if you forget to take Celebrex Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Celebrex 100mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Celebrex 100mg Capsule Reviews

Celebrex 100mg is a pain-relieving medicine. It alleviates pain, redness, and swelling in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemicals that cause pain and inflammation.

Celebrex 100mg can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Your doctor may change the dose and time between doses according to your pain level and your needs. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Common side effects of this medicine include abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence, peripheral edema, dizziness, and upper respiratory tract infection. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms by prescribing you an alternative medicine or by adjusting the dose.

The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, and liver. You should avoid the consumption of alcohol while on this medication. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine as it can cause harmful effects to the developing baby.

How Celebrex 100mg Capsule Works

Celebrex 100mg is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) called COX-2 inhibitors. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

How to Use Celebrex 100mg Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Celebrex 100mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Celebrex 100mg Capsule

In Treatment of Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joints. Celebrex 100mg helps relieve pain and reduces inflammation and swelling in your joints due to this condition. This will ensure that you have a better, more active, quality of life.Additionally, you may consider simple lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, losing weight, maintaining good posture while doing various daily activities, and wearing comfortable footwear. This will help you manage mild symptoms of osteoarthritis very effectively in the long run.
In Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis: Celebrex 100mg works by blocking the action of some chemicals which cause inflammation. It can help reduce pain, stiffness, and swelling in your joints and slow down the progression of bone and joint damage. This will help you do normal daily activities more easily and thus improve your quality of life. This medicine should be taken at the same time each day to get maximum benefits. Keep taking it even if you feel well because it is preventing future harm as well as improving your symptoms.

Uses of Celebrex 100mg Capsule

Treatment of Osteoarthritis
Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis

Celebrex 100mg Capsule Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Celebrex 100mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Celebrex 100mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Celebrex 100mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Liver ^CAUTION

Celebrex 100mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Celebrex 100mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Celebrex 100mg.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Celebrex 100mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Celebrex 100mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
It may cause dizziness and fatigue. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function.
Celebrex 100mg helps relieve pain and inflammation.
Regularly monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine, particularly in the first two weeks after starting treatment.
Do not take Celebrex 100mg if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
It may cause fewer stomach problems as compared to other NSAIDs like Ibuprofen or Naproxen.

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