Celecoxib Capsule 200mg (Celecoxib)

Adult dose

The minimum recommended dose of this medicine should be adjusted according to the patient and 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 daily. If no effect is observed after 6 weeks of treatment with 400 mg daily, other treatment options should be considered. 4. Acute pain and primary dysmenorrhea The initial recommended dose is celecoxib 400 mg, with an additional 200 mg on the first day of treatment if needed. Starting on the second day, the recommended dose, if 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 may pose a risk of gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who consume a lot of alcohol daily, so it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist. This drug may increase the risk of cardiovascular problems such as heart attack or stroke, so it should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible duration. While taking the medication, cardiovascular symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, and slurred speech should be closely monitored. As it may cause gastrointestinal perforation, ulcers, or bleeding, any gastrointestinal symptoms like epigastric pain, indigestion, black stools, or vomiting blood should be reported to healthcare providers immediately. Particularly, older adults or those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases may be at greater risk for gastrointestinal bleeding and should exercise caution when using this medication. This drug should not be used in individuals with known allergic reactions, severe liver or kidney disease, active peptic ulcers, heart failure, or in women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Patients with impaired liver or kidney function, asthma, hypertension, or a history of cardiovascular disease should use this drug cautiously and receive regular examinations as directed by their doctor. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur while taking this medication, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating machinery. This drug may interact with other medications, so if you are taking any other drugs, make sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should consult a healthcare provider before use, as this medication may affect reproductive capacity. It is generally not recommended for use in children and adolescents as safety and efficacy have not been established. Long-term use of this medication requires regular blood tests, as well as liver and kidney function tests, and any abnormal signs should be reported to a doctor immediately. This medication may cause serious skin reactions, including rashes, itching, hives, or severe allergic reactions, so if any skin changes occur, discontinue use and consult a healthcare provider. In cases of overdose, symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, and gastrointestinal bleeding; immediate medical attention is required. Keep this medication out of reach of children, and avoid transferring it to another container.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, cardiovascular thrombotic reactions, myocardial infarction, stroke, perforation of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract, ulcer, bleeding, 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, abdominal distension, gastric ulcer, dental disease, duodenal ulcer, esophageal ulcer, intestinal perforation, pancreatitis, elevated liver enzymes, itching, rash, urticaria, petechiae, angioedema, alopecia, vesicular dermatitis, peripheral edema, facial edema, influenza-like illness, injury, headache, leg cramps, sensory impairment, migraine, neuralgia, neuropathy, paresthesia, cerebral infarction, aseptic meningitis, ataxia, suicidal thoughts, loss of smell, loss of taste, allergy exacerbation, allergic reaction, weakness, chest pain, fluid retention, generalized edema, facial swelling, fatigue, lethargy, fever, facial flushing, influenza syndrome, pain, peripheral pain, septicemia, sudden death, anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, loss of appetite, increased appetite, depression, neural hyperreactivity, drowsiness, fatal intracranial hemorrhage, hallucinations, exacerbation of epilepsy, upper respiratory infection, sinusitis, pharyngitis, rhinitis, bronchitis, bronchospasm, exacerbated bronchospasm, shortness of breath, laryngitis, pneumonia, epistaxis, voice disorders, vesicular dermatitis, dermatitis, nail disease, photosensitive reaction, pruritus, erythematous rash, maculopapular rash, skin diseases, dry skin, increased sweating, erythema multiforme, exfoliative dermatitis, skin and mucous membrane syndrome, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, eczema, lipoma, allergic dermatitis, petechiae, dandruff, drug rash associated with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, arrhythmia, ventricular hypertrophy, angina pectoris, unstable angina, coronary artery disorder, heart failure, palpitations, stroke, aortic valve insufficiency, hematoma, bradycardia, syncope, ventricular fibrillation, pulmonary embolism, cerebral vascular accident, peripheral gangrene, thrombophlebitis, vasculitis, deep vein thrombosis, cerebral hemorrhage, shingles, wound infection, gingivitis, herpes simplex, herpes zoster, bacterial infection, fungal infection, soft tissue infection, viral infection, candidiasis, genital candidiasis, otitis media, mastalgia, menopausal symptoms, fibrocystic breast disease, thoracic neoplasm, dysmenorrhea, menstrual disorder, vaginal bleeding, vaginitis, prostate disorders, ovarian cysts, hearing loss, ear abnormalities, otalgia, hearing impairment, liver function abnormalities, elevated ALT, elevated AST, increased γ-GTP, elevated ALP, positive urobilinogen, cholelithiasis, hepatitis, jaundice, liver failure, fulminant hepatitis, hepatic necrosis, increased sodium in the blood, increased potassium in the blood, elevated BUN, increased CPK, diabetes mellitus, hypercholesterolemia, hyperglycemia, hypokalemia, hyperkalemia, elevated NPN, increased creatinine, increased alkaline phosphatase, weight gain, loss of appetite, elevated LDH, hypoglycemia, hyponatremia, synovial fluid, arthralgia, arthritis, skeletal abnormalities, myalgia, cervical dystonia, synovitis, tendinitis, myositis, fracture, tendon rupture, back pain, muscle stiffness, decreased hematocrit, increased hemoglobin, epistaxis, thrombocytopathy, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, pancytopenia, leukopenia, sialadenitis, contact dermatitis, injection site reactions, skin nodules, taste disturbance, albuminuria, cystitis, hematuria, dysuria, polyuria, kidney stones, urinary incontinence, blurry vision, cataract, conjunctivitis, eye pain, glaucoma, ocular hemorrhage, retinal artery or vein occlusion, increased blood creatinine, elevated β2-microglobulin, increased NAG, positive urinary hematuria, positive urinary protein, impaired renal function, acute kidney injury, interstitial nephritis, anaphylactic reaction, hallucinations, cerebral hemorrhage, aseptic meningitis, loss of taste, loss of smell, pulmonary embolism, interstitial pneumonia, hepatitis, photosensitive reaction, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug rash, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, exfoliative dermatitis, acute kidney injury, hyponatremia, tubulointerstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, microhemorrhagic glomerulonephritis, menstrual disorder, female infertility, chest pain, lethargy, drowsiness, nausea, upper abdominal pain, gastrointestinal bleeding, hypertension, acute kidney injury, respiratory depression, coma

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container that is well-ventilated. It is also important to maintain a temperature between 15°C and 30°C while storing the medication to ensure its effectiveness.

Appearance

A white capsule filled with a white to light yellow powder with yellow stripes on the top and bottom

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle