Celebrex 200mg is a prescription nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) containing the active ingredient celecoxib, which is used to reduce pain, inflammation, and stiffness. It belongs to a specific class of medications called COX-2 inhibitors, which target the enzymes responsible for pain and swelling while causing fewer stomach upsets compared to traditional NSAIDs.
Primary Medical Uses
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Osteoarthritis (OA): Eases chronic joint degeneration pain.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Relieves painful autoimmune joint inflammation.
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Ankylosing Spondylitis: Reduces severe inflammation affecting the spine.
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Acute Pain Management: Relieves short-term pain from injuries or surgeries.
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Menstrual Cramps: Manages painful primary dysmenorrhoea.
Standard Adult Dosages
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Arthritis & Spine Conditions: Typically 200 mg taken once daily, or divided into 100 mg twice daily.
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Acute Pain & Menstrual Cramps: An initial dose of 400 mg on day one, followed by 200 mg twice daily as needed.
Safe Usage Tips
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Take with food: You can take it with or without a meal, but taking it with food helps prevent general stomach upset.
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Use the lowest dose: Consume the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible to protect your heart.
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Avoid alcohol: Limit alcohol intake to prevent increased risks of gastrointestinal irritation.
Important Safety Warnings
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Cardiovascular Risks: May increase the risk of fatal heart attacks or strokes, even without prior risk factors. It must not be taken right before or after heart bypass surgery.
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Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Can cause severe or fatal stomach and intestinal bleeding without warning.
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Contraindications: Avoid if you have known allergies to sulfa drugs, severe liver disease, or severe kidney disease.
