What is CELECOXIB used for?

1. INDICATIONS AND USAGE Celecoxib is indicated Celecoxib is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug indicated for: Osteoarthritis (OA) ( 1.1 ) Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) ( 1.2 ) Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA) in patients 2 years and older ( 1.3 ) Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) ( 1.4 ) Acute Pain (AP) ( 1.5 ) Primary Dysmenorrhea (PD) ( 1.6 ) 1.1 Osteoarthritis For the management of the signs and symptoms of OA [ see Clinical Studies (14.1) ]. 1.2 Rheumatoid Arthritis For the ma

What pharmaceutical form is CELECOXIB available in?

CELECOXIB: Kapsułki twarde 100 mg (doustna)

Is CELECOXIB OTC or prescription only?

CELECOXIB requires a doctor's prescription.

What are the side effects of CELECOXIB?

6. ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ] GI Bleeding, Ulceration and Perforation [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] Hepatotoxicity [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) ] Hypertension [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 ) ] Heart Failure and Edema [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 ) ] Renal Toxicity and Hyperkalemia

Who should NOT take CELECOXIB?

4. CONTRAINDICATIONS Celecoxib is contraindicated in the following patients: Known hypersensitivity (e.g., anaphylactic reactions and serious skin reactions) to celecoxib, any components of the drug product [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7, 5.9) ]. History of asthma, urticaria, or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs. Severe, sometimes fatal, anaphylactic reactions to NSAIDs, have been reported in such patients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7

Does CELECOXIB interact with other medications?

7. DRUG INTERACTIONS See Table 3 for clinically significant drug interactions with celecoxib. Table 3: Clinically Significant Drug Interactions with Celecoxib Drugs That Interfere with Hemostasis Clinical Impact: Celecoxib and anticoagulants such as warfarin have a synergistic effect on bleeding. The concomitant use of celecoxib and anticoagulants have an increased risk of serious bleeding compared to the use of either drug alone. Serotonin release by platelets plays an importa

Can CELECOXIB be used during pregnancy?

8. USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Infertility: NSAIDs are associated with reversible infertility. Consider withdrawal of celecoxib in women who have difficulties conceiving. ( 8.3 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Use of NSAIDs, including celecoxib, can cause premature closure of the fetal ductus arteriosus and fetal renal dysfunction leading to oligohydramnios and, in some cases, neonatal renal impairment. Because of these risks, limit dose and duration of celecoxib use between about

What precautions should be taken with CELECOXIB?

Any unused medicinal product or waste material should be disposed of in accordance with local requirements.

Who manufactures CELECOXIB?

Krka, d.d., Novo mesto (Słowenia)

What ATC class does CELECOXIB belong to?

CELECOXIB: ATC M01AH01. ATC is the WHO Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical classification — it groups drugs by organ system and pharmacological mechanism.

CELECOXIB

100 mg, Kapsułki twarde

INN: Celecoxibum

Data updated: 2026-04-13

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Form

Kapsułki twarde

Dosage

100 mg

Route

doustna

Storage

Storage Store at room temperature 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursi‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ons permitted from 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F) [ See USP Controlled Room Temperature ]. Dispense in tight (USP), child resistant containers.

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