Dongkwang Celecoxib Capsule 200 mg

Adult dose

The minimum recommended dose of this medicine should be adjusted for each patient and may be taken with or without food. ○ Adults: 1. Osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis): Take celecoxib 200 mg once daily, or divide the dose into 100 mg twice daily. 2. Rheumatoid arthritis: Take celecoxib 100 mg or 200 mg twice daily. 3. Ankylosing spondylitis (AS): Administer celecoxib 200 mg once daily, or divide the dose into 100 mg twice daily. If no effect is observed after 6 weeks, the dose may be increased to 400 mg daily. If no effect is observed after 6 weeks of treatment with 400 mg daily, another treatment should be considered. 4. Acute pain and primary dysmenorrhea: The recommended initial dose is celecoxib 400 mg, with an additional 200 mg on the first day of treatment if needed. From the second day onward, the recommended dose, if needed, is 200 mg twice daily. ○ Patients with hepatic impairment: For patients with moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class II), the dose should be reduced to approximately 50% of the recommended daily dose.

This medication may pose a risk of gastric bleeding if taken by individuals who regularly consume more than three servings of alcohol daily, so consultation with a physician or pharmacist is essential. It may increase the risk of heart or vascular disease; therefore, it should be used at the minimum dose and for the shortest duration possible, and if cardiovascular symptoms occur, medical attention should be sought immediately. This medication can cause serious side effects such as ulcers, bleeding, or perforation in the stomach and intestines, and caution is especially needed for the elderly or those with a history of gastrointestinal disease. Individuals allergic to this medication or those with specific liver, kidney, or heart conditions, as well as pregnant or breastfeeding women, should not use it. People with weakened liver or kidney function, asthma, hypertension, or heart failure should use this medication cautiously and should regularly monitor their health status. While taking this medication, symptoms such as indigestion, abdominal pain, dizziness, skin rash, or shortness of breath may appear; if any of these symptoms occur, consult a physician immediately. This medication can interact with many other drugs, so it is important to inform healthcare providers about any other medications being taken. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should avoid this medication as it may affect the fetus, and breastfeeding women should also exercise caution. Safety in children and adolescents has not been established, so it is advisable not to use this medication in these age groups. Elderly individuals may have decreased kidney, liver, and heart function, necessitating more careful monitoring and caution when taking this medication. Regular blood tests, liver function tests, and kidney function tests should be performed while taking this medication to check for abnormalities. In case of overdose, symptoms may include vomiting, drowsiness, elevated blood pressure, and kidney failure; immediate medical attention should be sought for appropriate treatment. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and care should be taken not to transfer it to another container.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, cardiovascular thrombotic events, myocardial infarction, stroke, perforation of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract, ulcer, hemorrhage, bronchitis, sinusitis, upper respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, pharyngitis, rhinitis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, hypersensitivity, insomnia, anxiety, confusion, dizziness, muscle tension, drowsiness, blurred vision, tinnitus, palpitations, congestive heart failure, arrhythmia, tachycardia, hypertension, flushing, cough, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspepsia, bloating, gastric ulcer, dental disease, duodenal ulcer, esophageal ulcer, intestinal perforation, pancreatitis, elevated liver enzymes, itching, rash, urticaria, angioedema, alopecia, blistering dermatitis, peripheral edema, facial edema, influenza-like illness, injury, headache, leg cramps, sensory loss, migraine, neuralgia, neuropathy, sensory disturbances, cerebral infarction, aseptic meningitis, ataxia, suicide, anosmia, ageusia, exacerbation of allergies, allergic reactions, weakness, chest pain, fluid retention, systemic edema, facial swelling, fatigue, lethargy, fever, facial flushing, influenza syndrome, pain, peripheral pain, sepsis, sudden death, anaphylaxis-like reaction, angioedema, vasculitis, pulmonary embolism, interstitial pneumonia, vasculitis, hepatitis, liver failure, fulminant hepatitis, liver necrosis, photosensitivity reaction, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, exfoliative dermatitis, acute kidney injury, hyponatremia, tubular interstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, minimal change disease, menstrual disorders, female infertility, chest pain, upper respiratory tract infection, shingles, wound infection, gingivitis, herpes simplex, herpes zoster, bacterial infection, fungal infection, soft tissue infection, viral infection, moniliasis, genital moniliasis, otitis media, breast tenderness, menopausal symptoms, fibrocystic breast disease, thoracic neoplasm, chest pain, dysmenorrhea, menstrual disorders, vaginal bleeding, vaginitis, prostate disorders, ovarian cysts, hearing loss, ear abnormalities, otalgia, hearing impairment, abnormal liver function, elevated ALT, elevated AST, increased γ-GTP, increased ALP, positive urobilinogen, cholelithiasis, hepatitis, jaundice, liver failure, fulminant hepatitis, liver necrosis, increased serum sodium, increased serum potassium, elevated BUN, elevated CPK, diabetes mellitus, hypercholesterolemia, hyperglycemia, hypokalemia, hyperkalemia, increased NPN, elevated creatinine, increased alkaline phosphatase, weight gain, loss of appetite, elevated LDH, hypoglycemia, hyponatremia, bursitis, arthralgia, arthrosis, skeletal abnormalities, myalgia, cervical dystonia, synovitis, tendinitis, myositis, fractures, tendon rupture, pain in the back, muscle stiffness, decreased hematocrit, increased hemoglobin, petechiae, epistaxis, thrombocytopathy, anemia, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, pancytopenia, leukopenia, eosinophilic fasciitis, contact dermatitis, injection site reactions, skin nodules, taste disturbances, albuminuria, cystitis, hematuria, dysuria, polyuria, kidney stones, urinary incontinence, urinary tract infection, blurred vision, cataract, conjunctivitis, eye pain, glaucoma, ocular hemorrhage, retinal artery or vein occlusion, increased serum creatinine, elevated β2-microglobulin, increased NAG, positive urine hematuria, positive urine protein, kidney dysfunction, acute kidney injury, interstitial nephritis

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, and it is best kept in a cool place between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing the medication this way helps maintain its effectiveness and prevents deterioration.

Appearance

A white capsule filled with a powder that is white to light yellow with a yellow stripe on the top and bottom

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle