| - In Rheumatoid Arthritis, the recommended dose for CELEBREX is 100 mg to 200 mg, twice a day. CELEBREX provides relief through the day and through the night. - If you are breast-feeding or plan to breast-feed. It is not known whether Celebrex is passed through to human breast milk and what its effects could be on a nursing child. - If you have had a serious stomach problem (ulcers) in the past. Do not take CELEBREX if you: - Warfarin (a blood thinner). - Lithium (a medicine used to treat a certain type of depression). The following Information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using any of our products. - Serious stomach problems, such as stomach and intestinal bleeding, can occur with or without warning symptoms. These problems, if severe, could lead to hospitalization or death. Although this happens rarely, you should watch for signs that you may have this serious side effect. If you are one of the many people who take low-dose aspirin for the prevention of heart attack or stroke, you can still take CELEBREX. However, taking CELEBREX and aspirin together can increase your risk for developing stomach ulcers compared to taking CELEBREX alone. CELEBREX is not a substitute for aspirin for heart attack or stroke prevention. This medication may be taken with food or immediately after meals to prevent stomach upset. Take this as directed. Do not increase your dose or take it more often than prescribed. This medication provides temporary relief and must be used in addition to rest, physical therapy and other measures. Because this medication makes an injury temporarily feel better, do not attempt to lift or exercise too soon. Follow your doctor's instructions for recovery. INCLUDE IN YOUR MEDICAL HISTORY/PERSONAL PROFILE : INCLUDE IN YOUR MEDICAL HISTORY/PERSONAL PROFILE : Consult your healthcare professional before using any of our products. - Rifampin (an antibiotic). - Methotrexate (a medicine used to suppress the immune system). - In Osteoarthritis, the recommended dose for VIOXX is 25 to 50 mg a day. VIOXX delivers 24-hour relief from a once-daily dose. - Warfarin (a blood thinner). - You should continue to take CELEBREX as prescribed even when you are feeling better. CELEBREX can be taken with or without food. - Rifampin (an antibiotic). - Warfarin (a blood thinner). This medication relaxes muscles and relieves pain and discomfort associated with strains, sprains, spasms or other muscle injuries. Muscle relaxers are for specific muscle injury and pain and should not be used for general body aches and pains. - If you have liver disease. IS CELEBREX A SUBSTITUTE FOR CORTICOSTEROIDS? - Methotrexate (a medicine used to suppress the immune system). |