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CELEBREX (celecoxib) is a prescription drug is used to relieve the signs and symptoms associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. It is used for the management of pain in adults or pain after surgery.
CELEBREX is also used as treatment for primary dysmenorrhea or painful menstrual cramps.
CELEBREX is available in capsule form. You can buy CELEBREX online through online pharmacies or online ordering systems like Euromedonline. If you need a prescription, you can fill out our prescription request form and a US-licensed physician will issue you with one.
Contraindications:
Do not take CELEBREX without informing your doctor of your sensitivity to its formulation: (active) celecoxib; (inactive) croscarmellose sodium, edible inks, gelatin, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, povidone and sodium lauryl sulfate.
CELEBREX and other NSAIDs may cause increased risk of cardiovascular thrombotic events, myocardial infarction, and stroke. It is contraindicated for peri-operative pain treatment in coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery.
CELEBREX and other NSAIDs may cause increased risk of serious gastrointestinal adverse events including bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines. These events can occur at any time during use and without warning symptoms.
Elderly patients are at greater risk for serious gastrointestinal events.
Both these cardiovascular and gastrointestinal risks can be fatal.
Do not take CELEBREX without first talking to your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:
The existence of these conditions may require your doctor to prohibit, make a dosage adjustment or call for special monitoring while taking CELEBREX.
Celecoxib is in the FDA pregnancy category C, which means that it is not known whether it will be harmful to an unborn baby, or whether it can be passed on to nursing infants. Interactions:
Do not take CELEBREX without first talking to your doctor if you are taking other prescription or over-the-counter medicines; including vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements.
CELEBREX may also interact with any of the following medicines:
Low-dose aspirin may be used while taking CELEBREX.
Side effects:
CELEBREX is generally well tolerated by most patients. Most of the common side effects include:
Other, more serious side effects include serious skin reactions or gastrointestinal discomfort.
Be alert of the following symptoms as these could be early signs of more adverse reactions to CELEBREX:
Report signs of unexplained weight gain or edema.
Stop medication and seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
If you develop allergic-type reactions, stop taking CELEBREX and seek immediate medical attention.
Side effects other than those identified here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome.
Dosage:
Take CELEBREX exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Frequency and dosage varies with type of condition. If you do not understand these directions, or if you would like to learn more about the medication you are taking, ask your pharmacist or nurse to explain them to you. You may also call 1.866.279.1400 for 24/7 customer support.
CELEBREX can be taken with or without food.
For patients with difficulty swallowing, CELEBREX capsule can be opened and the granules inside can be mixed with one tablespoon of applesauce. Mixture can stand up to six hours if refrigerated or stored in temperatures between 2-8° C (35-45° F).
Storage:
Store CELEBREX at 25°C (77°F), or between 15-30°C (59-86°F).
More information:
http://www.celebrex.com/