Celebrex

Why is Celebrex Used?

Celebrex 100mg contains celecoxib, a cox-2 inhibitor used as an anti inflammatory. It is prescribed to help reduce pain and inflammatory by reducing the levels of certain hormones in the body. There are various conditions that this medication is often used for. They include all types of arthritis, polyps that can develop in the colon, and severe menstrual cramping.

Celebrex Dosage and Usage Instructions

The dose of Celebrex depends on the needs of the patient. The doctor will start out with a dose and then monitor it. The dose may need to be increased on a regular basis until the right balance of it is found. This medication is to be taken daily. To help reduce nausea it should be taken with food, water, or milk.

Celebrex Precautions

The use of Celebrex can increase the risk of blood clots, heart attack, and stroke. This is why anyone who has had those problems in the past or has a family history of them may not want to take this medication. Don’t consume alcohol with the use of Celebrex as it can cause stomach lining bleeding.

Make sure you disclose your medical history to your doctor. If you are taking any over the counter medications or prescription medications that information needs to be shared. The use of Celebrex can affect the benefits that you will get from those other products.

Celebrex Possible Side Effects

Common side effects associated with the use of Celebrex include:

• Heartburn
• Upset stomach
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Bloating
• Gas
• Itchy skin
• Ringing in the ears

There may be some serious side effects that can occur. If the following do occur it is important to seek immediate medical assistance:

• Numbness in the extremities or one side of the body
• Chest pains
• Weakness
• Inability to control the muscles
• Changes in breathing
• Slurred speech
• Ringing in the ears
• Loss of vision
• Changes in heart rate
• Coughing up blood
• Bloody stools