# Celecoxib (Celecoxib)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/celecoxib
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Celecoxib?

Celecoxib is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It is prescribed to treat adenomatous polyposis coli, osteoarthritis, spondylitis. Across the United States, 111,000 doctors prescribe Celecoxib to approximately 1.1 million Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Celecoxib

## Indications

Celecoxib is prescribed for several conditions including adenomatous polyposis coli, osteoarthritis, spondylitis, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Adenomatous Polyposis Coli](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/adenomatous-polyposis-coli)
- [Osteoarthritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/osteoarthritis)
- [Spondylitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/spondylitis)
- [Ankylosing](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/ankylosing)
- [Arthritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/arthritis)
- [Rheumatoid](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/rheumatoid)
- [Dysmenorrhea](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/dysmenorrhea)

## Mechanism of action

Celecoxib has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties. The mechanism of action of celecoxib is believed to be due to inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis, primarily via inhibition of COX-2.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC]
- Mechanism of Action class: Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors [MoA]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspepsia, infection, rash, upper respiratory tract infection

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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