Becoxib Capsule 200 mg (Celecoxib)

Adult dose

The minimum recommended dose of this medicine should be adjusted for each patient and may be administered regardless of meals. ○ Adults 1. Osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis) Take 200 mg of celecoxib once daily, or divide the dose into 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 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 400 mg of celecoxib; if needed, an additional 200 mg may be administered on the first day of treatment. From the second day of treatment, 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 should be discussed with a physician or pharmacist before use by individuals who consume large amounts of alcohol daily, as it may cause gastrointestinal bleeding. This medication may increase the risk of thrombus formation in the heart or cerebral vessels, so those with a history of cardiovascular disease or risk factors should be particularly cautious. It should be used at the minimum effective dose for the shortest duration, and cardiovascular symptoms must be reported immediately. This medication may cause ulcers or bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract, so older adults or those with a history of gastrointestinal disease should use it with extra caution. Symptoms such as epigastric pain, dyspepsia, black stools, or hematemesis should be reported to healthcare professionals immediately. Individuals with allergic reactions to this medication or specific conditions (severe liver/kidney dysfunction, active gastric ulcers, heart failure, pregnancy, etc.) should not take this medication. Those with weakened liver or kidney function, asthma, hypertension, heart failure, diabetes, etc., should use this medication cautiously and require regular monitoring. Side effects such as headaches, dizziness, dyspepsia, skin rash, itching, edema, hypertension, cough may occur during use. If symptoms are severe or persistent, consult a physician. There may be interactions with other medications, so you should inform your doctor of any other medications you are taking, especially when combined with antihypertensives, anticoagulants, antidepressants, diuretics, lithium, methotrexate, etc. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, are advised against taking this medication and should consult a physician if necessary. The safety of this medication in children and adolescents under 18 years has not been established, so its use is not recommended. Elderly patients may have declined kidney, liver, or heart function, so extra caution is necessary when taking this medication, and dosage adjustments may be required. If this medication is taken for an extended period, regular blood tests and liver/kidney function tests should be conducted, and if any abnormalities are found, discontinuation of use may be necessary. Overdose may result in lethargy, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and immediate medical attention should be sought for appropriate treatment. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and not transferred to other containers for safety.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, cardiovascular thrombotic events, 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 hypertonicity, drowsiness, blurred vision, tinnitus, palpitations, congestive heart failure, arrhythmia, tachycardia, hypertension, flushing, cough, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspepsia, bloating, gastric ulcer, dental disorders, duodenal ulcer, esophageal ulcer, intestinal perforation, pancreatitis, increased liver enzymes, itching, rash, urticaria, angioedema, alopecia, vesicular dermatitis, peripheral edema, facial edema, influenza-like illness, injury, dysgeusia, albuminuria, cystitis, hematuria, dysuria, pollakiuria, nephrolithiasis, urinary incontinence, urinary tract infections, blurred vision, cataract, conjunctivitis, ocular pain, glaucoma, ocular hemorrhage, retinal artery or vein occlusion, increased serum creatinine, increased β2-microglobulin, increased NAG, positive urine hematuria, positive urine protein, renal dysfunction, acute renal failure, interstitial nephritis, anaphylactic reaction, hallucination, cerebral hemorrhage, aseptic meningitis, loss of taste, loss of smell, vasculitis, pulmonary embolism, interstitial pneumonia, hepatitis, liver failure, fulminant hepatitis, liver necrosis, cholestasis, cholestatic hepatitis, jaundice, photosensitivity reaction, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug rash, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, desquamative dermatitis, acute renal failure, hyponatremia, tubular interstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, minimal change disease glomerulonephritis, menstrual disorders, chest pain, dyspepsia, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, constipation, anemia, polydipsia, ulcerative stomatitis, gastritis, allergy, back pain, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, weight gain, fracture, arthralgia, positive RA factor, herpes zoster, pneumonia, dyspnea, increased ALT, hearing impairment

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it is best stored at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius. This way of storage helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevents degradation.

Appearance

A white capsule filled with a white to slightly yellowish powder, with yellow stripes on the top and bottom.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle