Newcelco Capsule 200mg (Celecoxib)

Adult dose

The minimum recommended dose of this drug should be adjusted according to the patient and may be administered regardless of meals. ○ Adults 1. Osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis) Take celecoxib 200 mg once daily, or 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 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 recommended initial dose is celecoxib 400 mg, with an additional 200 mg on the first day of treatment if needed. From the second day of treatment onward, 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 discussed with a doctor or pharmacist before use by individuals who consume alcohol heavily on a daily basis, as gastrointestinal bleeding may occur when taken with alcohol. Additionally, this medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack or stroke. These risks increase with higher doses and prolonged use, so it should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible. Patients with gastrointestinal issues or a history of ulcers or bleeding should take caution when using this medication, especially older adults or individuals at high risk for gastrointestinal bleeding. Patients with hypersensitivity or a history of certain allergies, severe liver or kidney disease, pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication. Patients with compromised liver or kidney function, asthma, hypertension, or heart failure should use this medication with caution and require regular check-ups. This medication may have various side effects, including dyspepsia, dizziness, headache, skin rash, hypertension, and edema. If any unusual symptoms occur, consult a healthcare professional immediately. Additionally, this medication may interact with other drugs, so it’s essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist of any medications you are taking. Dose adjustments may be required when taken with medications metabolized by the liver. Pregnant women or those planning to become pregnant should avoid taking this medication, and nursing mothers should carefully consider whether to use it. Lastly, it is important to undergo regular blood tests and liver and kidney function checks while taking this medication. If any side effects or unusual symptoms occur, discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional immediately.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, cardiovascular thrombotic reactions, myocardial infarction, stroke, perforation of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract, ulcers, bleeding, bronchitis, sinusitis, upper respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, pharyngitis, rhinitis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, hypersensitivity, insomnia, anxiety, confusional state, 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 ulcers, esophageal ulcers, intestinal perforation, pancreatitis, elevated liver enzymes, itching, rash, hives, petechiae, angioedema, alopecia, blistering dermatitis, peripheral edema, facial edema, influenza-like illnesses, injury, headache, leg cramps, hypertonicity, sensory reduction, migraine, neuralgia, neuropathy, sensory abnormalities, cerebral infarction, aseptic meningitis, ataxia, suicide, anosmia, ageusia, allergy exacerbation, allergic reactions, weakness, chest pain, fluid retention, systemic edema, facial swelling, fatigue, lethargy, fever, facial flushing, influenza syndrome, pain, peripheral pain, sepsis, sudden death, anaphylactic-like reactions, angioedema, loss of appetite, increased appetite, depression, neurological hypersensitivity reactions, drowsiness, fatal intracranial hemorrhage, hallucinations, epilepsy exacerbation, upper respiratory tract infections, sinusitis, pharyngitis, rhinitis, bronchitis, bronchospasm, exacerbated bronchospasm, dyspnea, laryngitis, pneumonia, nosebleeds, speech disorders, vesicular dermatitis, dermatitis, nail disorders, phototoxic reactions, pruritus, erythematous rashes, maculopapular eruptions, skin disorders, dry skin, increased sweating, erythema multiforme, exfoliative dermatitis, mucocutaneous syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, eczema, lipoma, allergic dermatitis, petechiae, dandruff, drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, arrhythmia, ventricular hypertrophy, angina, unstable angina, coronary artery disorders, myocardial infarction, heart failure, palpitations, intracerebral hemorrhage, aortic valve insufficiency, hematoma, sinus bradycardia, syncope, ventricular fibrillation, pulmonary embolism, cerebrovascular accident, peripheral gangrene, thrombophlebitis, vasculitis, deep vein thrombosis, wound infections, gingivitis, herpes simplex, shingles, bacterial infections, fungal infections, soft tissue infections, viral infections, moniliasis, genital moniliasis, otitis media, breast tenderness, menopausal symptoms, fibrocystic breast disease, thoracic neoplasm, chest pain, dysmenorrhea, menstrual disorders, vaginal bleeding, vaginitis, prostate disorders, ovarian cysts, hearing loss, ear abnormalities, otalgia, hearing impairment, liver dysfunction, elevated ALT, elevated AST, increased γ-GTP, increased ALP, positive urobilinogen, cholelithiasis, hepatitis, jaundice, liver failure, fulminant hepatitis, liver necrosis, increased serum sodium, increased serum potassium, elevated BUN, increased CPK, diabetes mellitus, hypercholesterolemia, hyperglycemia, hypokalemia, hyperkalemia, increased NPN, elevated creatinine, increased alkaline phosphatase, weight gain, loss of appetite, elevated LDH, hypoglycemia, hyponatremia, synovial sacs, arthralgia, osteoarthritis, skeletal abnormalities, myalgia, cervical tension, synovitis, tendinitis, myositis, fractures, tendon ruptures, back pain, muscle stiffness, decreased hematocrit, increased hemoglobin, petechiae, nosebleeds, thrombocytopenic purpura, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, pancytopenia, leukopenia, glossitis, contact dermatitis, injection site reactions, dermal nodules, ageusia, albuminuria, cystitis, hematuria, dysuria, polyuria, nephrolithiasis, urinary incontinence, renal dysfunction, acute kidney failure, interstitial nephritis, menstrual disorders, chest pain, anaphylactic reactions, hallucinations, intracerebral hemorrhage, aseptic meningitis, ageusia, anosmia, conjunctivitis, vasculitis, pulmonary embolism, interstitial pneumonia, gastrointestinal bleeding, hepatitis, phototoxic reactions, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug rash, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, exfoliative dermatitis, acute kidney failure, hyponatremia, tubular interstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, microvascular glomerulonephritis, female infertility

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture, and it is important to maintain a storage temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius. This helps preserve the medication's efficacy.

Appearance

A white capsule with a yellow stripe on both ends filled with white to off-white powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle