Celecoxib is used for the relief of pain, fever, swelling, and tenderness caused by osteoarthritis, juvenile arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. Celecoxib does not prevent the progression of either type of arthritis. It reduces only the symptoms and signs of arthritis.
Celecoxib (Celebrex) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). The drug works by reducing hormones in the body that cause inflammation and pain. Celecoxib is used for the relief of pain, fever, swelling, and tenderness caused by osteoarthritis, juvenile arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. Celecoxib does not prevent the progression of either type of arthritis. It reduces only the symptoms and signs of arthritis. This medication does not prevent the progression of either type of arthritis, but it can help with the reduction of symptoms and signs of arthritis. This drug can cause swelling relief that allows the performance of normal activities.
There are some side effects of the medication to watch out for such as:
- Headache
- Abdominal Pain
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Flatulence
- Insomnia
- Fainting
- Vomiting
- Kidney Failure
- Heart Failure
- Aggravation of hypertension
- Chest pain
- Stomach and Intestinal Ulcers
Like other NSAIDs, Celecoxib can cause serious stomach and intestinal ulcers. The drug does not interfere with the function of blood platelets and does not reduce clotting and lead to increased bleeding.
A prescription is needed from your physician to obtain this medication, and physician instructions need to have adhered. So, ask your physician at your next visit to see if Celecoxib is the right medication for you!
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