Celepro Capsule 200mg (Celecoxib)

Adult dose

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

This medication should be used with caution in individuals who regularly consume large amounts of alcohol as it may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, and consulting a doctor or pharmacist is essential. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases, leading to severe issues such as heart attack or stroke, so it should only be used at the minimum effective dose for the shortest duration possible. There is a risk of developing ulcers or bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract, especially for elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases, so care should be taken when taking it, and if symptoms such as abdominal pain, black stools, or vomiting blood occur, immediate medical attention should be sought. Patients with allergies to this medication or certain liver, kidney, or heart conditions, as well as pregnant or breastfeeding women, and those with specific genetic metabolic disorders, should not take this medication. Individuals with weakened liver or kidney function, asthma, hypertension, heart failure, etc., should use this medication more cautiously and should regularly evaluate their conditions according to their doctor's instructions. This medication may cause various side effects, with common symptoms including dyspepsia, headache, dizziness, itching, hypertension, and edema, while severe skin reactions or liver and kidney issues may also occur, so if any unusual symptoms arise, consultation with healthcare professionals is essential. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are taking other medications, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist, especially when taking blood pressure medications, anticoagulants, antidepressants, or antibiotics. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should avoid taking this medication as it may harm the fetus, and breastfeeding women should discuss whether to continue breastfeeding since this medication may pass into breast milk. The safety and efficacy of this medication in children and adolescents under the age of 18 years have not been established, so it should not be administered to them. Elderly patients may have diminished kidney, liver, or heart function and should take this medication with greater caution, and dosage adjustments may be required. If this medication is taken for an extended period, regular blood tests and evaluations of liver and kidney function are necessary, and if abnormal findings are noted, it may be necessary to discontinue use. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as lethargy, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain may occur, and in severe cases, serious symptoms such as kidney failure or respiratory depression may appear, so immediate medical attention is needed. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and care should be taken as transferring it to another container may alter its quality.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, cardiovascular thrombotic reactions, myocardial infarction, stroke, perforation of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract, ulcers, bleeding, bronchitis, sinusitis, upper respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, pharyngitis, rhinitis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, hypersensitivity, insomnia, anxiety, confusion, dizziness, muscle rigidity, drowsiness, blurred vision, tinnitus, palpitations, congestive heart failure, arrhythmia, tachycardia, hypertension, flushing, cough, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence, gastric ulcer, dental disease, duodenal ulcer, esophageal ulcer, intestinal perforation, pancreatitis, elevated liver enzymes, pruritus, rash, urticaria, petechiae, angioedema, alopecia, blistering dermatitis, peripheral edema, facial edema, influenza-like illness, injury, taste disturbance, albuminuria, cystitis, hematuria, dysuria, polyuria, nephrolithiasis, urinary incontinence, blurred vision, cataracts, conjunctivitis, eye pain, glaucoma, ocular hemorrhage, retinal artery or vein occlusion, increased serum creatinine, increased NAG, positive urinary hematuria, positive urinary protein, renal dysfunction, acute renal failure, interstitial nephritis, menstrual disorders, anaphylactic reactions, hallucinations, cerebral hemorrhage, aseptic meningitis, loss of smell, hepatitis, liver failure, fulminant hepatitis, liver necrosis, cholelithiasis, cholestasis, cholestatic hepatitis, jaundice, photosensitivity reactions, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug rash, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, exfoliative dermatitis, acute renal failure, hyponatremia, tubulointerstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, minimal change disease, chest pain, headache, leg cramps, tension, sensory loss, migraine, neuralgia, neuropathy, sensory abnormalities, weakness, fluid retention, systemic edema, facial edema, fatigue, lethargy, fever, facial flushing, influenza-like syndrome, pain, peripheral pain, sepsis, sudden death, anaphylactic-like reactions, vasculitis, pulmonary embolism, interstitial pneumonia, vasculitis, thrombocytopathies, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, pancytopenia, leukopenia, periorbital dermatitis, contact dermatitis, injection site reactions, skin nodules, hearing loss, ear abnormalities, otalgia, hearing impairment, liver function abnormalities, elevated ALT, elevated AST, increased γ-GTP, increased ALP, positive urinary urobilinogen, increased serum sodium, increased serum potassium, elevated BUN, increased CPK, hypercholesterolemia, hyperglycemia, hypokalemia, hyperkalemia, increased NPN, elevated creatinine, increased alkaline phosphatase, weight gain, poor appetite, elevated LDH, hypoglycemia, hyponatremia, bursitis, arthralgia, arthropathy, skeletal abnormalities, myalgia, cervical dystonia, synovitis, tendinitis, myositis, fractures, tendon rupture, pain in various areas, muscle stiffness, reduced hematocrit, increased hemoglobin, epistaxis, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, pancytopenia, leukopenia, injury, chest pain, thirst, ulcerative stomatitis, gastritis, allergy, low back pain, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, weight gain, fractures, arthralgia, positive RA factor, shingles, pneumonia, dyspnea, hearing impairment

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air from entering and is best kept at room temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for an extended period.

Appearance

A white capsule with yellow bands, filled with a white to light yellow powder.

Package unit

30, 100 capsules/bottle