Celebrex is commonly used to treat conditions (such as arthritis) that are related to pain and inflammation. This eMedTV page provides an overview of the drug, including information on its uses, side effects, dosing information, and more.
Common side effects of Celebrex include diarrhea, indigestion, and abdominal pain. This page of the eMedTV Web site provides a list of side effects a person might experience while taking Celebrex. Most people, however, tolerate the drug quite well.
Because it is reported so rarely, it is difficult to know whether weight gain is a side effect of Celebrex. This eMedTV article explores the possible link between Celebrex and weight gain and offers lifestyle changes that may help prevent this.
As this eMedTV page explains, Celebrex is a prescription medication that is mainly used to treat the inflammation and pain that can accompany conditions such as arthritis and painful menstrual periods. Off-label Celebrex uses are also discussed.
Your Celebrex dose will depend on your symptoms, weight, medical history, and current medications. This eMedTV resource tells you what you need to know about the different dosages of the drug and offers tips on how to take this medication safely.
As this eMedTV segment explains, drug interactions with Celebrex are possible when you take it with medications such as aspirin, warfarin, or other drugs. This segment explains measures your doctor may take to avoid these and other interactions.
This article on the eMedTV Web site provides a list of important Celebrex precautions and warnings. For example, this medication should not be taken by people who are allergic to sulfa drugs or people who have recently had open heart surgery.
As this eMedTV article explains, Celebrex is a pregnancy Category C or D drug. This page also explains how the FDA categorizes drugs for use during pregnancy and explains why your doctor may prescribe the medication under certain circumstances.
This eMedTV article explains that generic Celebrex is currently unavailable, as the medication is protected by a patent until 2014. After the patent expires, it is expected that many companies will start producing a generic version of the drug.
Some Celebrex alternatives include other medications, surgery, and lifestyle changes. This eMedTV Web article explores possible alternatives if this medicine is not working for you or if you are concerned about unwanted side effects.
