Celebrex (Celecoxib)
Brand Name: Celebrex
Generic Name: Celecoxib
Manufacturer/Agent: Pfizer Global Pharma
Formulation: caps
Strength: 200mg
Pack size: 10
Trade Price: KES 828.00
Retail Price: @ KES 110.40
Class: Nsaids (Musculoskeletal agents)
Mechanism of Action:
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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.