Celedol 100 Capsule

Composition of Celedol 100 Capsule

Celedol 100 Capsule contains Celecoxib (100mg). It belongs to the Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug class of medicines.

Uses of Celedol 100 Capsule

Treatment of Osteoarthritis Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joints. Celedol 100 Capsule helps relieve pain and reduces inflammation and swelling in your joints due to this condition. This will ensure that you have a better
• more active
• quality of life. Additionally
• you may consider simple lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise
• losing weight
• maintaining good posture while doing various daily activities
• and wearing comfortable footwear. This will help you manage mild symptoms of osteoarthritis very effectively in the long run. In Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis Celedol 100 Capsule works by blocking the action of some chemicals which cause inflammation. It can help reduce pain
• stiffness
• and swelling in your joints and slow down the progression of bone and joint damage. This will help you do normal daily activities more easily and thus improve your quality of life. This medicine should be taken at the same time each day to get maximum benefits. Keep taking it even if you feel well because it is preventing future harm as well as improving your symptoms. Show More

How Celedol 100 Capsule works

Celedol 100 Capsule is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) called COX-2 inhibitors. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

How to take Celedol 100 Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Celedol 100 Capsule may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Celedol 100 Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause stomach bleeding, kidney failure, drowsiness and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Celedol 100 Capsule

Most side effects of Celedol are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Celedol 100 Capsule

Warnings and precautions

Take it with or just after food, and for the shortest time that works. Stop and seek urgent care for black or tarry stools, vomiting blood, or severe stomach pain — this group can cause bleeding from the stomach. Long or high-dose use raises the risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney injury, particularly in older people and those already at risk. Avoid if you are dehydrated or have an illness with vomiting or loose motions — the kidneys are vulnerable then. Must be avoided in the last three months of pregnancy.

Do not take Celedol if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with an active stomach ulcer, severe kidney or heart failure, or asthma triggered by aspirin or anti-inflammatory painkillers. Not in the third trimester of pregnancy.

Interactions with other medicines

Combining with a blood thinner or aspirin sharply raises the bleeding risk. Reduces the effect of blood pressure medicines and water tablets, and together with them can harm the kidneys. Never take two anti-inflammatory painkillers at the same time.

How to store Celedol 100 Capsule

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Celedol 100 Capsule

Celedol 100 Capsule helps relieve pain and inflammation. It may cause fewer stomach problems as compared to other NSAIDs like Ibuprofen or Naproxen. It may cause dizziness and fatigue. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness. Regularly monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine, particularly in the first two weeks after starting treatment. Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function. Do not take Celedol 100 Capsule if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

IPCA LABORATORIES LTD`

Therapeutic class:

PAIN ANALGESICS

Drug class:

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Chemical class:

Phenylpyrazoles