About celecoxib

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

It is used to treat painful rheumatic conditions such as osteoartrite, artrite reumatoide e spondilite anchilosante. Allevia il dolore e riduce l'infiammazione.

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:

• Sensazione di vertigini.

• Diarrea.

• Mal di testa.

• Indigestione.

• Farting (wind).

• Stomach (abdominal) pain.

• Sensazione di nausea.

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

Gli effetti indesiderati spesso migliorano man mano che il tuo corpo si adatta al nuovo medicinale, ma parla con il tuo medico o farmacista se gli effetti collaterali persistono o diventano fastidiosi.

Se si verificano altri sintomi che ritieni possano essere dovuti a questo medicinale, parla con il tuo medico o farmacista.

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

• Se hai l'asma o qualsiasi altro disturbo allergico.

• If you have had a stomach or duodenal ulcer, or if you have an inflammatory bowel disorder such as morbo di Crohn oppure colite ulcerosa.

• Se sei incinta, stai cercando di avere un bambino o stai allattando.

• Se hai meno di 18 anni o più di 65 anni.

• Se hai problemi al fegato o ai reni.

• Se hai una condizione cardiaca, o un problema con i tuoi vasi sanguigni o la circolazione.

• If you have ipertensione.

• Se hai mai avuto problemi di coagulazione del sangue.

• Se hai un disturbo del tessuto connettivo, come il lupus eritematoso sistemico (una condizione infiammatoria chiamata anche lupus o LES).

• Se stai assumendo altri medicinali. Questo include qualsiasi medicinale che stai assumendo e che è disponibile per l'acquisto senza prescrizione medica, così come i medicinali a base di erbe e complementari.

• If you have ever had an allergic reaction to aspirina or other NSAID (such as indometacina, diclofenac, and ibuprofene), 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. Non assumere due dosi insieme.

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

• For long-term use you may be given another medicine to protect your stomach.

• 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.

• Se devi sottoporti a un'operazione o a un trattamento dentistico, informa la persona che esegue il trattamento sui medicinali che stai assumendo.

• Tenere tutti i medicinali fuori dalla portata e dalla vista dei bambini.

• Conservare in un luogo fresco e asciutto, lontano da fonti di calore e luce diretta.

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.