Celekstar Capsule 100 mg (Celecoxib)

Adult dose

The minimum recommended dose of this medicine should be adjusted for each patient, and it may be taken regardless of meals. ○ Adults 1. Osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis) Take celecoxib 200 mg once daily, or divide the dose into 100 mg per dose twice daily. 2. Rheumatoid arthritis Take celecoxib 100 mg or 200 mg per dose twice daily. 3. Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) Administer celecoxib 200 mg once daily, or divide the dose into 100 mg per dose 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, other treatment options should be considered. 4. Acute pain and primary dysmenorrhea The recommended initial dose is celecoxib 400 mg; 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 per dose 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.

Patients who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication, as there is a risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. It may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease; therefore, it should be used at the lowest dose for the shortest duration possible in individuals with a history of cardiovascular issues or risk factors. If cardiovascular symptoms occur, inform a healthcare professional immediately. Serious adverse reactions, such as perforation, ulceration, or bleeding of the gastrointestinal tract, may occur, so those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders or elderly patients should be especially cautious. If symptoms such as abdominal pain, indigestion, black stools, or hematemesis occur, prompt assessment and treatment should be sought. This medication should not be administered to individuals with specific allergic reactions, severe liver or kidney disorders, active gastrointestinal bleeding, congestive heart failure, or pregnant women. Patients with impaired liver or kidney function, asthma, heart failure, hypertension, edema, or the elderly should take this medication with caution, under the supervision of healthcare providers. While taking this medication, various adverse reactions may occur; therefore, immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is advised if symptoms such as headache, dizziness, indigestion, skin rash, swelling, difficulty breathing arise. Patients should inform about other medications that may interact with this drug before taking it, especially those metabolized in the liver, antihypertensives, anticoagulants, and diuretics. Women who are pregnant, potentially pregnant, or breastfeeding should not take this medication, and if planning to become pregnant, must consult with a healthcare professional. The safety and efficacy of this medication in children and adolescents have not been established; therefore, its use is not recommended. The elderly are likely to have impaired kidney, liver, or heart function, so special attention and monitoring are required when taking this medication. Regular blood tests and liver/kidney function tests should be conducted to check for anomalies during the medication period, and if any abnormal findings are noted, medication should be discontinued immediately. In case of overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, and lethargy may occur, necessitating immediate medical attention for proper treatment. This medication must be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container is important for maintaining its quality.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, cardiovascular thrombosis, 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 hypertonicity, 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, petechiae, angioedema, alopecia, blistering dermatitis, peripheral edema, facial swelling, influenza-like illness, injury, dysgeusia, albuminuria, cystitis, hematuria, dysuria, polyuria, nephrolithiasis, incontinence, urinary tract infection, blurred vision, cataract, conjunctivitis, eye 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, headache, migraine, neuralgia, neuropathy, paresthesia, cerebral infarction, aseptic meningitis, ataxia, suicide, anosmia, ageusia, allergic reaction, weakness, chest pain, fluid retention, systemic edema, facial edema, fatigue, lethargy, fever, facial flushing, influenza-like syndrome, pain, peripheral pain, sepsis, sudden death, anaphylactoid reaction, vasculitis, pulmonary embolism, interstitial pneumonia, hepatitis, hepatic failure, fulminant hepatitis, hepatic necrosis, photosensitivity reaction, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug rash, acute generalized pustular dermatitis, exfoliative dermatitis, acute renal failure, hyponatremia, tubulointerstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, minimal change disease glomerulonephritis, menstrual disorders, female infertility, chest pain, peptic ulcer, melena, dry mouth, stomatitis, macroglossia, angular stomatitis, intestinal obstruction, bowel perforation, gastrointestinal bleeding, hemorrhagic colitis, esophageal perforation, bowel obstruction, post-extraction osteitis, anastomotic ulcer, black stool, glossitis, aphthous stomatitis, oral mucosal vesiculation, numbness of the mouth, oral pain, urticaria, thrombocytopenic purpura, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, pancytopenia, leukopenia, folliculitis, contact dermatitis, injection site reaction, cutaneous nodules, hearing loss, ear abnormalities, otalgia, hearing impairment, cholelithiasis, jaundice, liver function abnormalities, increased ALT, increased AST, increased γ-GTP, increased ALP, positive urinary urobilinogen, increased serum sodium, increased serum potassium, increased BUN, increased CPK, diabetes mellitus, hypercholesterolemia, hyperglycemia, hypokalemia, hyperkalemia, increased NPN, increased creatinine, increased alkaline phosphatase, weight gain, loss of appetite, increased LDH, hypoglycemia, hyponatremia, bursitis, arthralgia, arthritis, skeletal abnormalities, myalgia, cervical tension, synovitis, tendinitis, myositis, leg cramps, fracture, tendon rupture, pain in the back, muscle rigidity

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

Appearance

A white capsule filled with white to pale yellow powder with blue stripes at the top and bottom.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle