Celecoxib use?

Celecoxib is a COX-2 selective nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. Common approved uses include:

- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (in children 2 years and older)

In some places it’s also used for short-term relief of acute pain or for primary dysmenorrhea, but exact indications can vary by country. Check the label or with a clinician for your location.

How it’s typically used (general guidance):
- Route: by mouth (oral capsule)
- Dosing: commonly 100 mg to 200 mg once or twice daily, with a maximum daily dose usually 400 mg. Your exact dose depends on your condition, age, and other meds.
- Take with food if it upsets your stomach.

Key safety notes:
- Like other NSAIDs, celecoxib can cause stomach upset, ulcers, GI bleeding, especially in older adults or those with a history of ulcers. It may have less GI risk than nonselective NSAIDs, but GI and cardiovascular risks still exist.
- It can raise blood pressure and affect kidney function; use with caution if you have kidney disease, heart failure, or hypertension.
- Contraindications include allergy to celecoxib or other NSAIDs, and a known sensitivity to sulfonamides (it contains a sulfonyl group; discuss if you have sulfa allergy).
- Avoid in the third trimester of pregnancy; discuss options with your healthcare provider if you’re pregnant or planning pregnancy.
- Interactions: it can interact with anticoagulants/antiplatelets, certain antidepressants, ACE inhibitors/diuretics, and drugs that are metabolized by CYP2C9. Tell your clinician about all meds you take.

If you have a specific condition, age group (adult vs child), pregnancy status, or medications you’re taking, I can tailor the info (including more precise dosing ranges and safety considerations) to your situation.