About celecoxib

Celecoxib is a type of analgésico antiinflamatorio called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or just 'anti-inflammatories'.

It is used to treat painful rheumatic conditions such as artrosis, artritis reumatoide y espondilitis anquilosante. Alivia el dolor y reduce la inflamación.

Celecoxib reduces pain and swelling by blocking an enzyme (COX-2) that causes inflammation. This helps ease pain and stiffness in arthritis.

Common side effects of celecoxib include:

• Sentirse mareado.

• Diarrea.

• Dolor de cabeza.

• Indigestión.

• Flatulencias (gases).

• Stomach (abdominal) pain.

• Náuseas.

You will find a full list in the manufacturer's information leaflet supplied with your medicine.

Los efectos no deseados a menudo mejoran a medida que su cuerpo se adapta al nuevo medicamento, pero hable con su médico o farmacéutico si algún efecto secundario persiste o se vuelve problemático.

Si experimenta otros síntomas que cree que pueden deberse a este medicamento, hable con su médico o farmacéutico.

Some medicines aren’t suitable for everyone. Before taking celecoxib, your doctor needs to know:

• Si tienes asma u otro trastorno alérgico.

• If you have had a stomach or duodenal ulcer, or if you have an inflammatory bowel disorder such as enfermedad de Crohn o colitis ulcerosa.

• Si estás embarazada, intentando concebir o amamantando.

• If you are under 18 or over 65 years of age.

• Si tienes problemas de hígado o riñón.

• Si tienes una afección cardíaca, o un problema con tus vasos sanguíneos o circulación.

• If you have presión arterial alta.

• Si alguna vez has tenido problemas de coagulación sanguínea.

• If you have a connective tissue disorder, such as systemic lupus erythematosus (an inflammatory condition also called lupus, or SLE).

• Si está tomando otros medicamentos. Esto incluye cualquier medicamento que esté tomando y que esté disponible para comprar sin receta, así como medicamentos herbales y complementarios.

• If you have ever had an allergic reaction to aspirina or other NSAID (such as indometacina, diclofenaco, y ibuprofeno), or to any other medicine. Or if you are allergic to a sulfonamide medicine.

• Read the information leaflet in the pack before starting celecoxib to learn about side effects.

• Take celecoxib exactly as prescribed, usually 1 capsule once or twice a day (100 mg or 200 mg).

• Take it at the same time(s) each day to help you remember.

• Swallow capsules whole with water, or open and mix with soft food if needed, then drink water. You can take it with or without food.

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it’s almost time for your next dose. No tome dos dosis juntas.

• Your doctor will prescribe the lowest dose for the shortest time to reduce side effects.

• Para uso a largo plazo, es posible que se le administre otro medicamento para proteger su estómago.

• Keep regular doctor appointments so your progress and blood pressure can be checked.

• Pain should improve within a few days; if not better after two weeks, talk to your doctor.

• If you have asthma and develop wheezing or breathlessness, stop taking celecoxib and see a doctor.

• Check with a pharmacist before buying other medicines - don’t take celecoxib with other anti-inflammatory painkillers.

• Si vas a someterte a una operación o tratamiento dental, informa a la persona que realiza el tratamiento sobre los medicamentos que estás tomando.

• Mantenga todos los medicamentos fuera del alcance y la vista de los niños.

• Almacenar en un lugar fresco y seco, lejos del calor y la luz directos.

How long does it take for celecoxib to work?

Celecoxib usually starts to work within 30-60 minutes of taking it, with pain relief typically lasting for 12-14 hours. For chronic inflammation, pain and swelling usually begin to improve after a week of regular use.

Can you drink alcohol with celecoxib?

Yes, you can drink small amounts of alcohol with celecoxib, however it can increase the risk of stomach irritation and bleeding. It is best to avoid or limit alcohol until your treatment is finished.

Is it safe to take celecoxib during pregnancy?

Celecoxib is not recommended during pregnancy as it can harm the baby. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, let your doctor know.