logo

Your Drug Guide.com

Drug Information

Welcome to Your Drug Guide!

We offer data on over 11,000 brand and generic drugs.

NOTE: The information presented herein is not intended to serve as a substitute for a doctor's expertise.

Please consult a professional before starting to use any drug.

Drug Links

Celecoxib Oral - Celecoxib - Oral Generic Drug

General Information

  • Below is miscellaneous information regarding Celecoxib Oral
  • Celebrex
  • sell-eh-COX-ib


What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

  • If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
  • If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double the dose to catch up.

Overdose

  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include severe stomach pain, coffee ground-like vomit, change in amount of urine, slow or shallow breathing, severe headache or loss of consciousness.

Read Before Using Celecoxib Oral (precautions)

  • This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
  • Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have.

Possible Side Effects

  • Stomach upset or gas may occur.
  • If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur.

Celecoxib Oral Miscellaneous Notes

  • Do not share this medication with others.
  • Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your progress.

Usage Instructions

  • Take by mouth, usually once or twice daily, or as directed by your doctor.
  • To decrease the chance of stomach upset, this drug is best taken with food.
  • Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
  • Take this medication with a full glass of water (8 oz or 240 ml) unless your doctor directs you otherwise.
  • Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking this medication.

Celecoxib Oral Storage Instructions

  • Store at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
  • Brief storage between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.
  • Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Medicinal Applications

  • This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
  • It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort.
  • Celecoxib is also used to decrease growths found in the intestines (colon polyps) of persons with a family history of this condition.
  • This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins.
  • Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling.

Drug Interactions

  • Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of.