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Celebrex
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This medicine is a nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) known as a COX-2 inhibitor used
to relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
in adults. It may also be used to treat other conditions as
determined by your doctor.
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The usual dose of Celebrex®
for osteoarthritis is 200 mg daily or 100 mg twice daily. While
patients with rheumatoid arthritis should start with these dosages,
some patients with rheumatoid arthritis may benefit from dosage
of 200 mg twice daily. The maximum daily dose should not exceed
200 mg twice daily. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any
questions you may have about this medicine. This medicine may
be taken on an empty stomach or with food.
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Side effects that may occur
while taking this medicine include diarrhea, indigestion, mild
stomach pain, gas, nausea, or headache. If they continue or
are bothersome, check with your doctor. Check with your doctor
as soon as possible if you experience skin rash or itching;
unexplained weight gain; bloating or swelling of ankles, feet,
or hands; vomiting material that looks like coffee grounds;
blood in stool or vomit; yellowing of skin or eyes; or unusual
fatigue. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience swelling
of face, lips, eyes, throat, or tongue; difficulty swallowing
or breathing; or hoarseness. If you notice other effects not
listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
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Do not take this medicine if you have had a severe allergic
reaction to aspirin or any medicine containing aspirin or
to a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (such as Feldene,
Motrin, Naprosyn, Clinoril). Do not take this medicine if
you have had a severe allergic reaction to a sulfonamide antibiotic
(Septra DS, Bactrim DS, Gantrisin). A severe reaction includes
a severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, or dizziness.
If you have a question about whether you are allergic to this
medicine, contact your doctor or pharmacist. If you experience
difficulty breathing; tightness of chest; swelling of eyelids,
face, or lips; or if you develop a rash or hives, tell your
doctor immediately. Do not take any more doses of this medicine
unless your doctor tells you to do so. Do not exceed the recommended
dose or take this medicine for longer than prescribed without
checking with your doctor. Keep all doctor and laboratory
appointments while you are using this medicine. This medicine
may cause stomach bleeding. If you drink alcohol on a daily
basis, do not take this medicine without first discussing
it with your doctor. Alcohol use combined with this medicine
may increase your risk for stomach bleeding. Before you begin
taking any new medicine, either prescription or over-the-counter,
check with your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any medicines
that contain aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or ketoprofen.
FOR WOMEN: If you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with
your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine
during pregnancy. It is unknown if this medicine is excreted
in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking this medicine.
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Some medicines or medical conditions
may interact with this medicine.Inform your doctor or pharmacist
of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are
taking. Additional monitoring of your dose or condition may
be needed if you are taking an ACE inhibitor, an anticoagulant,
furosemide, lithium, or fluconazole. Inform your doctor of any
other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions
or concerns about taking this medicine.
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Do not share this medicine with
others for whom it was not prescribed. Do not use the medicine
for other health conditions. Keep this product out of the reach
of children. If using this medicine for an extended period of
time, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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If you miss a dose of this medicine,
take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next
dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing
schedule. Do NOT take 2 doses at once.
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Store this medicine
at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees
C) in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light.
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