What is in celebrex?

What is Celebrex made of (the active ingredient)?

Celebrex is a brand name for the prescription medicine celecoxib. That active ingredient is what provides the drug’s anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects. [1]

What does celecoxib do in the body?

Celecoxib is a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It helps reduce pain and inflammation, and it works by blocking COX-2 (an enzyme involved in making inflammatory chemicals in the body). [1]

What else is in Celebrex besides the active ingredient?

The exact makeup of Celebrex tablets also includes inactive ingredients (excipients) such as tablet binders, fillers, and coatings, but those vary by formulation and dosage strength. The specific inactive ingredients are listed on the product labeling for the particular Celebrex strength you have. [1]

Is “Celebrex” the same as “celecoxib”?

Yes. Celebrex (brand) and celecoxib (generic) contain the same active ingredient: celecoxib. [1]

Sources

1. https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/