The COX-2 inhibitors represent a new class of drugs that do not affect COX-1, but selectively block only COX-2. This selective action provides the benefits of reducing inflammation without irritating the stomach. These drugs pose a significant advantage in comparison to previous anti- inflammatory drugs in that [...]
Celebrex is used to:
relieve symptoms of osteoarthritis (the arthritis caused by age-related “wear and tear” on bones and joints)
relieve symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis in adults
manage acute pain in adults (like the short term pain you can get after a dental or surgical operation)
treat painful menstrual cycles
reduce the number of colon and [...]
Celebrex belongs to a group of medicines called cyclo-oxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitors. Your body makes substances called prostaglandins. Some prostaglandins cause pain and swelling, but others help protect the stomach lining. Celebrex works by lowering the amount of prostaglandins that cause pain and swelling. It does not reduce [...]
CELEBREX is an NSAID that relieves arthritis pain, stiffness, and inflammation. For many people, just one 200-mg dose provides 24-hour relief. CELEBREX has never been taken off the market; on average, more than 1 million prescriptions are filled for CELEBREX each month.
Celebrex is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort.
