Celebrex (Celecoxib)

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Brand Name: Celebrex

Generic Name: Celecoxib

Manufacturer/Agent: Pfizer Global Pharma

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Formulation: tabs

Strength: 200mg

Pack size: 100

Trade Price: KES 5,380.00

Retail Price: @ KES 71.73

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Class: Nsaids (Musculoskeletal agents)

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Molecular Formulae: C17H14F3N3O2S = 381.4

Precautions: Peptic ulcer. hypersensitivity to nsaids and sulphonamides. severe renal or hepatic impairment. inflammatory bowel disease.

Indications/Uses: Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, adjunct in adenomatous colorectal polyps, acute pain, dysmenorrhoea; 200-400mg daily.

Interactions: Inhibitors of cyp 2d6 eg azole antifungals may increase levels of celecoxib.

Side Effects: Gastro-intestinal upset and ulceration. hypersensitivity reactions. flatulence. insomnia. pharyngitis. sinusitis.

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