Celebrex®
The following information is a summary. It is
not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
USES
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.
Upon approval, our US physicians will write an
FDA approved prescription for you and the product
will be filled and shipped by a US Licensed pharmacist
direct to your doorstep, immediately and discreetly.
BEFORE USING
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact
with Celebrex. 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.
CAUTIONS
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.
HOW TO USE THIS
MEDICATION
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. 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.
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.
IF YOU TAKE TOO
MUCH
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom
it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS 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.
SIDE EFFECTS
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking Celebrex
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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