J-Cox Capsule 200 mg (Celecoxib)

Adult dose

The minimum recommended dose of this medicine should be adjusted for each patient and may be taken regardless of meals. ○ Adults 1. Osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis) Take 200 mg of celecoxib once daily, or divide the dose into 100 mg per dose, 2 times daily. 2. Rheumatoid arthritis Take 100 mg or 200 mg of celecoxib per dose, 2 times daily. 3. Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) Administer 200 mg of celecoxib once daily, or divide the dose into 100 mg per dose, 2 times 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 initial recommended dose is 400 mg of celecoxib, with an additional 200 mg on the first day of treatment if needed. From the second day of treatment, the recommended dose, if needed, is 200 mg per dose, 2 times 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 may cause gastrointestinal bleeding if taken regularly by individuals who consume three or more alcoholic drinks a day; therefore, it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist. This medication can affect the cardiovascular system and may increase the risk of serious thrombotic events such as myocardial infarction or stroke. Therefore, it is important to take the smallest effective dose for the shortest duration. It can also affect the gastrointestinal tract, with risks of gastric ulcers, bleeding, and perforation, so particularly elderly individuals or those with a history of gastrointestinal disease should exercise caution. If symptoms like epigastric pain, indigestion, black stools, or hematemesis occur, seek medical assistance immediately. This medication should not be administered to individuals with specific allergic reactions or serious liver, kidney diseases, heart failure, inflammatory bowel diseases, or those who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Patients with impaired liver or kidney function, hypertension, heart failure, asthma, or diabetes should be particularly cautious when taking this medication and should undergo regular examinations to check for abnormalities. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur during usage, so caution is necessary while driving or operating machinery. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are currently taking any other medications, you must inform your doctor or pharmacist, particularly when taking blood pressure medications, diuretics, anticoagulants, or antidepressants. Women planning to become pregnant should seek advice before taking this medication, as it may affect fertility. Long-term use of this medication requires regular blood tests, liver function tests, kidney function tests, and if abnormal symptoms appear, discontinue use and consult a healthcare provider. In case of overdose, symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, and lethargy, and immediate medical attention should be sought for appropriate treatment. Finally, this medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and transferring to other containers is not advisable for maintaining quality.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, cardiovascular thrombotic events, myocardial infarction, stroke, upper and lower gastrointestinal perforations, ulcers, bleeding, bronchitis, sinusitis, upper respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, pharyngitis, rhinitis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, hypersensitivity, insomnia, anxiety, confusion, dizziness, hypertonia, drowsiness, blurred vision, tinnitus, palpitations, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, tachycardia, hypertension, flushing, cough, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspepsia, distention, gastric ulcer, dental disorders, 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, taste disturbance, albuminuria, cystitis, hematuria, dysuria, polyuria, nephrolithiasis, incontinence, blurred vision, cataract, conjunctivitis, ocular pain, glaucoma, ocular hemorrhage, retinal artery or vein occlusion, elevated serum creatinine, increased NAG, positive urine hematuria, positive urine protein, renal dysfunction, acute renal failure, interstitial nephritis, elevated serum sodium, elevated serum potassium, increased BUN, elevated CPK, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, hyperglycemia, hypokalemia, hyperkalemia, elevated NPN, increased creatinine, elevated alkaline phosphatase, weight gain, loss of appetite, increased LDH, hypoglycemia, hyponatremia, bursitis, arthralgia, arthropathy, skeletal abnormalities, myalgia, cervical dystonia, synovitis, tendinitis, myositis, leg cramps, fractures, tendon rupture, pain in various locations, muscle rigidity, decreased hematocrit, increased hemoglobin, petechiae, epistaxis, thrombocytopathy, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, pancytopenia, leukopenia, eosinophilic granuloma, contact dermatitis, injection site reactions, skin nodules, headache, leg cramps, sensory diminution, migraine, neuralgia, neuropathy, sensory abnormalities, cerebral infarction, aseptic meningitis, ataxia, suicide, olfactory loss, ageusia, exacerbation of allergies, allergic reactions, weakness, chest pain, fluid retention, systemic edema, facial swelling, fatigue, lethargy, fever, facial flushing, influenza-like syndrome, pain, peripheral pain, septicemia, sudden death, anaphylactic-like reactions, angioedema, loss of appetite, increased appetite, depression, nervous hyperreaction, drowsiness, fatal intracranial hemorrhage, hallucinations, seizure exacerbation, upper respiratory tract infection, bronchospasm, exacerbating bronchospasm, dyspnea, laryngitis, pneumonia, epistaxis, voice disorders, vesicular dermatitis, dermatitis, nail disorders, photosensitivity reactions, pruritus, erythematous rash, maculopapular rash, skin disorders, dry skin, increased sweating, erythema multiforme, exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, eczema, lipoma, allergic dermatitis, petechiae, dandruff, drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, vasculitis, pulmonary embolism, interstitial pneumonia, hepatitis, hepatic failure, fulminant hepatitis, liver necrosis, cholestasis, cholestatic hepatitis, jaundice, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, exfoliative dermatitis, acute renal failure, hyponatremia, tubulointerstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, microangiopathic glomerulonephritis, menstrual disorders, female infertility, chest pain, anaphylaxis response

Store this medication in a tightly closed container to prevent air ingress, and keep it in a cool place between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A white hard capsule filled with powder that is white to light yellow and has yellow stripes on the top and bottom

Package unit

30 capsules, 100 capsules