Celebrex (Celecoxib)
Brand Names: Celebrex
Related Medications: Actemra, Ansaid, Arava, Arthrotec, Azasan, Azulfidine, Bextra, Cataflam, Clinoril, Duexis, Enbrel, Euflexxa, Feldene, Imuran, Lodine, Medrol, Mobic, Nalfon, Neoral, Otezla, Otrexup, Rasuvo, Relafen, Savella, Vimovo, Vioxx, Voltaren, Zanaflex
Important Details about Using Celebrex
Celebrex is often prescribed by medical professionals to those patients who need to relieve pain and treat swelling, tenderness and fever caused by such
health conditions as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, etc. However, its intake can’t prevent their progression, because it works by decreasing their
signs and symptoms. This medication is also approved to be used by patients who have familial FAP, acute pain and menstrual cramps.
Drug Class and Action
Celebrex belongs to NSAIDs, and it’s often taken to treat colonic polyps, arthritis, menstrual cramps and pain. Basically, it works by blocking the enzymes
that produce prostaglandins, and this is what results in their lower concentrations, reduced pain, inflammation, tenderness, swelling and fever. Another
interesting detail is that Celebrex is different from other NSAIDs because its intake is associated with less ulceration and inflammation in intestines and
stomach, and it doesn’t interfere with blood clots.
Possible Adverse Effects
The use of Celebrex may result in certain side effects, such as the following:
Besides, some patients may develop allergic reactions to this medication, and they are characterized by such symptoms as itching, skin rash, difficulty
breathing, swelling and so on. All NSAIDs, including Celebrex, are responsible for increasing the risk of having certain heart problems, such as stroke.
Their use is also associated with serious intestinal and stomach conditions, including ulcers, bleeding and perforation. For older patients, all the
above-mentioned risks and side effects are increased.
Available Forms and Recommended Doses
Nowadays, Celebrex is available in the form of capsules that come in diverse strengths, from 50 mg to 400 mg. The right dosage of this medication depends
not only on individual factors, such as weight and age, but it also depends on a specific medical condition that must be treated.
Possible Drug Interactions
It’s not advisable to take Celebrex with other NSAIDs and Aspirin because of increased risk of having intestinal and stomach ulcers. In addition, there are
other medications that shouldn’t be taken during this treatment to avoid side effects and other problems, such as Diflucan, lithium, anticoagulants,
alcoholic beverages, etc.