Celecsta Capsule 200mg (Celecoxib)

Adult dose

The minimum recommended dose of this drug should be adjusted for each patient, and it may be administered 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 per day. If no effect is observed after 6 weeks of treatment with 400 mg per day, another treatment method should be considered. 4. Acute pain and primary dysmenorrhea: The initial recommended dose is 400 mg of celecoxib, with an additional 200 mg administered on the first day of treatment if needed. From the second day of treatment, the recommended dose as 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 should be consulted with a doctor or pharmacist if a person regularly consumes alcohol in amounts exceeding a certain amount daily, as the risk of gastric bleeding may increase. This medication may increase the risk of blood clots in the heart or brain, so caution is especially needed for patients with a history of cardiovascular disease or risk factors. Ulcers or bleeding in the stomach may occur, and elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases should be particularly careful. This medication is prohibited for patients with certain allergy histories, severely impaired liver or kidney function, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and patients with heart disease. Patients with impaired liver or kidney function and those with asthma, high blood pressure, heart failure, or diabetes should use this medication carefully and require regular check-ups under a doctor's guidance. This medication can cause various adverse reactions, including dyspepsia, headache, dizziness, skin rash, hypertension, edema, liver function abnormalities, etc., and if abnormal symptoms occur, immediate consultation with a healthcare professional should be sought. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform healthcare professionals about any medications currently being taken, especially when used with blood pressure medications, diuretics, anticoagulants, and antidepressants. Women who are pregnant or planning to get pregnant should not take this medication, and if pregnancy is confirmed during usage, it should be immediately discontinued and a doctor consulted. The safety and efficacy of this medication in children and adolescents have not yet been established, so it is advisable not to use it. Elderly patients are likely to have reduced kidney and liver function; therefore, close monitoring and dosage adjustment are needed when taking this medication. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur during usage; thus, it is advisable to avoid activities requiring attention, such as driving or operating machinery. When using this medication for an extended period, regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests should be conducted to check for abnormalities, and usage should be discontinued if any are found. In case of overdose, symptoms such as vomiting, drowsiness, and nausea may appear, and immediate medical attention should be sought.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, cardiovascular thrombosis, myocardial infarction, stroke, upper and lower gastrointestinal perforations, ulcers, bleeding, bronchitis, sinusitis, upper respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, pharyngitis, rhinitis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, hypersensitivity, insomnia, anxiety, confusion, dizziness, muscle hypertonicity, drowsiness, blurred vision, tinnitus, palpitations, congestive heart failure, arrhythmia, tachycardia, hypertension, flushing, cough, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspepsia, bloating, gastric ulcers, dental diseases, duodenal ulcers, esophageal ulcers, intestinal perforation, pancreatitis, elevated liver enzymes, itching, rash, urticaria, petechiae, angioedema, alopecia, bullous dermatosis, peripheral edema, facial swelling, influenza-like illness, injury, taste disturbance, albuminuria, cystitis, hematuria, dysuria, frequent urination, nephrolithiasis, incontinence, urinary tract infections, visual disturbances, cataracts, conjunctivitis, eye pain, glaucoma, ocular hemorrhage, retinal artery or vein occlusion, elevated serum creatinine, increased β2-microglobulin, elevated NAG, positive urinary hematuria, positive urinary protein, renal dysfunction, acute renal failure, interstitial nephritis, elevated serum sodium, elevated serum potassium, increased BUN, elevated CPK, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, hyperglycemia, hypokalemia, hyperkalemia, increased NPN, elevated creatinine, increased alkaline phosphatase, weight gain, anorexia, elevated LDH, hypoglycemia, hyponatremia, bursitis, arthralgia, arthrosis, skeletal abnormalities, myalgia, cervical tension, synovitis, tendinitis, myositis, leg cramps, fractures, tendon rupture, other pain, muscle stiffness, decreased hematocrit, increased hemoglobin, petechiae, nosebleeds, thrombocytopathy, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, pancytopenia, leukopenia, hives, contact dermatitis, injection site reactions, skin nodules, headache, leg cramps, tension increase, sensory loss, migraine, neuralgia, neuropathy, sensory abnormalities, cerebral infarction, aseptic meningitis, ataxia, suicide, anosmia, ageusia, allergic exacerbation, allergic reactions, weakness, chest pain, fluid retention, systemic edema, facial swelling, fatigue, malaise, fever, facial flushing, influenza syndrome, pain, peripheral pain, sepsis, sudden death, anaphylactoid reactions, vasculitis, acute renal failure, hepatitis, liver failure, fulminant hepatitis, liver necrosis, photosensitive reactions, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug rash, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, exfoliative dermatitis, generalized fixed drug eruption, fixed drug eruption, menstrual disorders, female infertility, chest pain, hallucinations, pulmonary embolism, interstitial pneumonia, nosebleeds, voice disorders, pneumonia, dyspnea, hearing loss, vasculitis, anaphylactic reactions

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, and it is recommended to store it at room temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

A white capsule with a yellow band at the top and bottom, filled with white to off-white powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle