1. Celebrex Helps Arthritic Pain
Celebrex is the brand name for the drug Celecoxib-oral, which is one of the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs. It's used primarily to relieve the painful symptoms of osteoarthritis, arthritis caused by age-related wear and tear on the joints and bones and rheumatoid arthritis in adults. Both types of arthritis can have crippling effects on the joints, the spine, legs, hands and feet. Celebrex and other NSAIDs give some comforting relief to these painful symptoms. Most patients do well with the prescribed dosage of 200 mg per 24-hour period. Your doctor will determine the correct dosage for your situation.
2. Use Celebrex for Short-Term Pain Management
Celebrex is used for short-term pain management or acute pain situations. It can be prescribed short term for dental pain related to dental or orthodontic surgery. In addition, it's prescribed to women to manage painful menstrual cycles. Monitor these situations under your doctor's supervision.
3. Celebrex Helps With Colon and Rectal Polyps
FAP, or Familial Adenomtous Polyposis, is an inherited disease dealing with the colon and rectum. Growths or colorectal polyps form in the colon and rectum. Celebrex has shown to be helpful in reducing the number of polyps that form in those areas. Physicians use Celebrex in treatment of FAP both before and after surgery with great success.
4. Side Effects are Possible
Side effects are never pleasant, and anyone taking Celebrex should know to watch out for any that may occur. The FDA has required warnings on all packaging for Celebrex to make consumers aware of possible side effects. Some side effects should be taken seriously, such as stomach or intestinal bleeding, the formation of blood clots and the possibility of having heart attacks or strokes. Other side effects could include unusual vomiting that appears to look like coffee grounds, stools that are black, weakness to one side of the body, stomach pain, chest pain, slurred speech and sudden changes in vision. If you suffer any of these side effects, you should stop taking the Celebrex immediately and contact your doctor.
5. Talk to Your Doctor
Talk to your doctor about any medications that you take before they prescribe Celebrex for you. Many side effects caused from drug interaction can be avoided if your doctor knows every medication you take. Tell your doctor about your medical history and even the medical history of your family before taking Celebrex. Ask your doctor what possible side effects to watch for in your medical situation. Make a decision with your doctor whether or not Celebrex is the best medication for you.
