CELEBREX (Celecoxib) is prescribed by the physicians for the patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis and acute conditions like pain, fever, swelling and menstrual cramps. CELEBREX (Celecoxib) is a Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID), also called as COX-2 (CycloOxgenase – 2 Inhibitor) which inhibits the enzyme CycloOxgenase, thereby prevents the hormone Prostaglandin analogues which mediates the pain and the fever mechanisms. CELEBREX (Celecoxib) can reduce the symptoms without causing peptic ulcer on short term use. CELEBREX (Celecoxib) can be used for the prevention and also the reduction of the size of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), a Genetic Disorder that can transform in to malignant state. CELEBREX (Celecoxib), a prostaglandin inhibitor, is also prescribed in the menstrual cramps and pain which are caused by the Prostaglandin mediated mechanism.
Who should not take CELEBREX (Celecoxib)?
You should not take CELEBREX (Celecoxib) if you have life-threatening heart disease, stroke and/or circulatory problems. CELEBREX (Celecoxib) is contraindicated in patients with serious gastrointestinal bleeding and peptic ulcer. CELEBREX (Celecoxib) can cause perforation (hole) and also bleeding in the peptic ulcer patients, so it should be avoided. CELEBREX (Celecoxib) should be avoided while taking drugs like blood thinners like aspirin, Warfarin and Lithium, Fluconazole, diuretics and Angiotensin Converting Enzyme – II (ACE –II inhibitors) like monopril, lisinopril, enalapril, the commonly used blood pressure medications like losartan, Valsartan and other medicines, that can cause serious adverse effects. If you have known family history of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), CELEBREX (Celecoxib) should be avoided. Also patients with other serious ailments like Liver disease, Renal Disorders, convulsive disorders, Epistaxis should avoid CELEBREX (Celecoxib). If you are known allergic to CELEBREX (Celecoxib), you should consult your Physician before taking the medication. According to Food and Drug Administration (FDA), CELEBREX (Celecoxib) is a Pregnancy Category – C drug and it should not be used in the pregnancy that can be harmful to the unborn foetus. If you are breast feeding mother, CELEBREX (Celecoxib) should be avoided, as it can pass through the breast milk and can harm your infant.
CELEBREX (Celecoxib) Side Effects:
The serious side-effects of CELEBREX (Celecoxib) are the angina (Chest pain), angina pectoris, aggravated hypertension, Ischemia, palpitation, tachycardia and Myocardial Infarction. The gastrointestinal bleeding, perforation, constipation, malena and dry mouth are the common side effects of CELEBREX (Celecoxib). Other serious ailments are the liver disease, impaired hearing, musculoskeletal disorders like arthralgia, myalgia, tendonitis and less serious side-effects like renal calculi, bronchitis, pneumonia, anorexia, anxiety, cough, fever, bruising, urticaria, allergic episodes, ear-ringing, gastric upset and depression are caused by CELEBREX (Celecoxib).
How should I take CELEBREX (Celecoxib)?
The recommended dosage for the CELEBREX (Celecoxib) depends on the disease condition it is prescribed for. The average dose for Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis is 100 mg (Twice daily) or 200 mg once daily. For the management of acute pain or the menstrual cramps and the management of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), single dose of CYMBALTA (Duloxetine Hydrochloride) of 400 mg is recommended. The following instruction should be followed to take the CELEBREX (Celecoxib): (1) Take CYMBALTA (Duloxetine Hydrochloride) first thing in the morning before you eat or drink anything except plain water. 2) CELEBREX (Celecoxib) while you are sitting or standing up. 3) Take CELEBREX (Celecoxib) with 6 to 8 ounces (about 1 cup) of plain water. Do not take CELEBREX (Celecoxib) any other drink besides plain water. Do not take CELEBREX (Celecoxib) with coffee, tea, juice, milk or other dairy drinks, which can aggravate the symptoms. 4) Swallow CELEBREX (Celecoxib) as a whole. Do not chew the tablet or keep CELEBREX (Celecoxib) in your mouth to melt or dissolve. After taking CELEBREX (Celecoxib) you must wait at least 30 minutes BEFORE: 1) lying down. You may sit, stand, or do normal activities like read the newspaper or take a walk. 2) Eating or drinking anything except plain water.
Keep taking CELEBREX (Celecoxib) for as long as your health care provider tells you to do so. To treat your disease or keep you from getting the disease symptoms, you have to take CELEBREX (Celecoxib) as often and in the way CELEBREX (Celecoxib) as prescribed by your Physician.
What is the important information I should know about CELEBREX (Celecoxib)?
Take CELEBREX (Celecoxib) exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
You can CELEBREX (Celecoxib) can take disregard of the food intake.
Do not use pain medication, allergy medication and the Over-The-Counter drugs as it can cause serious adverse effects with CELEBREX (Celecoxib).
For CELEBREX (Celecoxib) dosage one must follow his doctor's instructions.
It is important to take CELEBREX (Celecoxib) regularly to get the most benefit, as directed by the Physician.
Alcohol should be consumed while taking CELEBREX (Celecoxib) as it can cause gastrointestinal bleeding.
You can take CELEBREX (Celecoxib) with juice or milk to reduce or prevent gastric ulceration.
Inform your Physician if you experience bothersome or unusual effects.
Do not stop taking CELEBREX (Celecoxib) without first talking to your doctor, even if you are feeling well. Even after your symptoms improve, you may require continuous treatment for quite some time, as directed by the Physician.
Store CELEBREX (Celecoxib) as per the instructions on the label.
Keep CELEBREX (Celecoxib) away from the reach of the children and pets.
What happens if I miss a dose of CELEBREX (Celecoxib)?
Take the missed dose of CELEBREX (Celecoxib) as soon as you remember, during the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and take CELEBREX (Celecoxib) next day as routine dose. Do not take a double dose of the medication.
What happens if I overdose of CELEBREX (Celecoxib)?
Please seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Where can I get more information on CELEBREX (Celecoxib)?
CELEBREX (Celecoxib) prescribed patients, who try to place an order for CELEBREX (Celecoxib) from an online pharmacy store, can place their prescription order at the CanadaDrugsOnline.com which is an online Canadian pharmacy store.
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