Celebrex  Information
Celebrex (Celecoxib) is a prescription medicine for: Relief of the joint pain, swelling, and stiffness of osteoarthritis (OA). OA is a type of arthritis caused by wear and tear on bones and joints Relief of the joint pain, swelling, and stiffness of adult rheumatoid arthritis (RA). RA is an autoimmune disease that attacks healthy joint tissue, starting a process of inflammation and joint damage Management of acute pain in adults (such as pain from strains and sprains) or pain after surgery Treatment of primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstrual cramps) Relief of signs and symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis, a painful form of arthritis that primarily affects the spine. Ankylosing spondylitis usually strikes young adults. It can cause inflammation, pain and stiffness in the shoulders, knees, hips, ribs, and feet

Celebrex  Directions
Celebrex (Celecoxib) makes it easy for your doctor to customize your treatment to fit your individual treatment needs. For most people, just one prescription Celebrex (Celecoxib) works hard to provide 24-hour, all day and all night relief from your arthritis pain and can be taken as needed for relief from acute pain. Celebrex (Celecoxib) should always be taken exactly as your doctor has prescribed. Taking Celebrex (Celecoxib) on a regular basis will help it work better against your arthritis pain. Celebrex (Celecoxib) can be taken with or without food at any time of the day. You may find that if you take it at the same time every day, you'll be less likely to skip a dose by mistake. If you do forget to take a dose, don't double up. Taking too much of any medication at one time can present a health risk. Wait and take it at your next regularly scheduled time. If you have questions, be sure to call your doctor. It's important to take the time to talk with your doctor or pharmacist about how you should take Celebrex (Celecoxib).

Celebrex  Side Effects
Celebrex (Celecoxib) side effects that may occur while taking this medicine include stomach upset or gas. If Celebrex (Celecoxib) side effects continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience Celebrex (Celecoxib) side effects like severe headache, unexplained weight gain, swelling of the hands or feet, or change in amount of urine. Celebrex (Celecoxib) side effects may rarely cause serious (possibly fatal) bleeding from the stomach or intestines; therefore, CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY AND STOP TAKING THIS MEDICINE if you experience any of the following Celebrex (Celecoxib) side effects: black stools, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, persistent stomach/abdominal pain.

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