CELECT 200 mg 20 capsules

Celecoxib capsules 200 mg what is Celecoxib and what are its indications: • Celecoxib is used in adults to relieve signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. • Celecoxib belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) • You should expect your medicine to start working within hours of taking the first dose, but you may not feel the full effect for several days. What you need to know before taking Celecoxib: Do not use Celecoxib if: • You are allergic to Celecoxib or any other ingredients of this medicine • You have had an allergic reaction to a group of medicines called "sulfonamides" (for example, some antibiotics used to treat infections) • You currently have a stomach ulcer or intestinal bleeding or bleeding in your stomach or intestines • As a result of taking acetylsalicylic acid or any other anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving medicine (NSAID), you have asthma or nasal polyps or severe nasal congestion or an allergic reaction such as rash and itching and swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, breathing difficulties or wheezing • You have severe liver disease • You have severe kidney disease • You have inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease • You have heart failure, confirmed ischemic heart disease, or cerebrovascular disease, for example. You have been diagnosed with a heart attack or stroke or transient ischemic attack (a temporary decrease in blood flow to the brain; also known as "small stroke") or angina or blockage of the coronary or cerebral blood vessels • You have or have had circulation problems (peripheral artery disease) or if you have had surgery on your leg arteries Precautions and warnings: Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Celecoxib: • If you have previously had a stomach ulcer or bleeding • If you are using Celebrex at the same time with other NSAIDs that do not contain acetylsalicylic acid such as ibuprofen or diclofenac. These medicines should be avoided together • If you are a smoker or have diabetes or high blood pressure or high cholesterol • If your heart, liver, or kidneys are not functioning well, your doctor may want to monitor your condition regularly • If you have fluid retention (such as swelling of the ankles and feet) • If you are dehydrated, for example due to illness or diarrhea or use of diuretics (used to treat excess fluids in the body) • If you feel unwell due to infection or think you are infected, if you are over 65 years old, your doctor will want to monitor you regularly • Alcohol and NSAID use may increase the risk of gastrointestinal problems Other medicines and Celecoxib: Celecoxib may interact with: • Dextromethorphan (used to treat cough) • Steroids (cortisone) • ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II antagonists, beta-blockers, and diuretics (used for high blood pressure and heart failure) • Fluconazole and rifampicin (used to treat fungal and bacterial infections) • Warfarin or other warfarins such as medicines (blood thinners that reduce blood clotting), including newer medicines like apixaban • Lithium (used to treat some types of depression) • Other medicines for depression, sleep disorders, high blood pressure, or irregular heartbeat • Antipsychotics (used to treat some mental disorders) • Methotrexate (used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and leukemia) • Carbamazepine (used to treat epilepsy/seizures and some types of pain or depression) • Barbiturates (used to treat epilepsy/seizures and some sleep disorders) • Cyclosporine and tacrolimus (used to suppress the immune system, for example after transplantation) • Celecoxib can be taken at a low dose of acetylsalicylic acid (75 mg or less daily). Ask your doctor for advice before taking both medicines together. How to take Celecoxib: Celecoxib is for oral use. The capsules can be taken at any time of the day with or without food. However, try to take each dose of Celebrex at the same time every day. Contact your doctor within two weeks of starting treatment if you do not see any benefit. The recommended dose is: one capsule daily, increased by your doctor to a maximum of two capsules if necessary. • Make sure your doctor knows if you have liver or kidney problems as you may need a lower dose. Celecoxib is intended for adults only and not for children. Possible side effects: Stop using the product and seek medical attention immediately if you experience hives, rash, chest tightness, wheezing, chest pain, severe stomach pain, or jaundice. How to store Celecoxib: • Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children. • Do not use this medicine after the expiration date printed on the blister and box. The expiration date refers to the last day of that month. • Do not store Celecoxib above 30°C. Product details: Product model: Capsules Product type: Capsules Brand: Select Quantity: 20 capsules