Celebrex is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is commonly used as treatment for pain and swelling.

Directions for Intake:

• Celebrex is taken orally, as often as indicated in the prescription of your doctor
• Usually prescribed with a dosage of 100mg to 200mg once or twice a day
• One should stay in an upright position for at least 30 minutes after intake
• Finish the entire amount that was prescribed even after beginning to feel better
• Take any missed dose as soon as it is remembered. However, do not double the dosage of your medication at any particular assigned time
• In case of overdosing, seek medical attention immediately

Directions for Storage:

• Store this medication in a place away from moist, light and extreme heat
• The appropriate temperature for the storage area is between 59 to 86 degrees Fahrenheit or 15 to 30 degrees Celsius
• Also choose a storage area that is not easily accessible to children

Precautions:

• Consult your doctor before taking Celebrex. Make sure to give your doctor a complete background of your medical history
• Inform your physician of any other prescription or over-the-counter medications that you’re currently taking, especially the following medications: fluconazole, lithium, “water pills” or diuretics such as furosemide, treatments for high blood pressure, corticosteroids, ACE inhibitors, “blood thinners” such as warfarin, and non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) such as ibuprofen
• Inform your physician of any previous or present experience of having heart surgeries, aspirin-sensitive asthma, allergic reactions due to aspirin and arthritis medications or sulfonamides, ulcers or bleeding in the stomach, high blood pressure or heart failure, kidney or liver problems, and diabetes
• If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, consult your doctor before taking Celebrex
• If you are lactating, it may be harmful to use Celebrex