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What is Celebrex?<\/a> | Uses<\/a> | Dosages<\/a> | Common side effects<\/a> | Serious side effects<\/a> | Warnings<\/a> | Restrictions<\/a> | Interactions<\/a> | How long is treatment?<\/a> | Celebrex alternatives<\/a><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re living with arthritis, pain after surgery, or painful <\/span>menstrual cramps<\/span>, you know it can be difficult to find pain relief from over-the-counter drugs. <\/span>Celebrex<\/span> is a prescription medication that reduces pain and inflammation. Let\u2019s look at what <\/span>Celebrex<\/span> is, its <\/span>side effects<\/span>, <\/span>drug interactions<\/span>, and how it\u2019s dosed. We\u2019ll also compare it to other pain relievers.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What is Celebrex?<\/h2>\n

Celebrex<\/span><\/a> (celecoxib) is a <\/span>nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug<\/span> (<\/span>NSAID<\/span><\/a>) that is prescribed to treat pain and inflammation. It works by blocking the production of certain substances called prostaglandins, which are partly responsible for pain and inflammation. Celebrex commonly treats pain and inflammation from autoimmune disorders like <\/span>rheumatoid arthritis<\/span> and <\/span>ankylosing spondylitis<\/span>. It is also approved to treat acute pain after a procedure or injury.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Celebrex is further classified as a selective COX-2 inhibitor. In other words, it selectively blocks the COX-2 enzyme that is found in areas of inflammation. Non-selective NSAIDs like <\/span>ibuprofen<\/span><\/a> and naproxen can block both COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes. Drugs that block the COX-1 enzyme can increase the risk of bleeding or ulcers in the stomach and intestines since COX-1 has a protective effect on the gastrointestinal lining.\u00a0 <\/span>COX-2 inhibitors like Celebrex<\/span> have a relatively low risk of ulcers and stomach issues with long-term use.<\/span><\/p>\n

Celebrex<\/span> is the <\/span>brand name<\/span> of <\/span>celecoxib<\/span><\/a>, and it is manufactured by the pharmaceutical company <\/span>Pfizer<\/span>. <\/span>Brand-name and generic<\/span> celecoxib<\/span> work the same way and are equally effective. The main difference between <\/span>brand-name<\/span> and generic medications is that the <\/span>brand-name versions<\/span> are often more expensive than generics. The <\/span>Food and Drug Administration<\/span> (<\/span>FDA<\/span>) has approved both brand-name and generic celecoxib as effective medications for pain and inflammation. They\u2019re not narcotics, nor do they work as muscle relaxers.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Celebrex<\/span> can be expensive as a brand-name medication. Without insurance, a month\u2019s supply of <\/span>Celebrex<\/span> costs a cash price of $360 on average. Medicare and insurance plans typically don\u2019t cover <\/span>Celebrex<\/span>, but they may provide coverage for the generic version of <\/span>celecoxib<\/span>.\u00a0 Using SingleCare\u2019s <\/span>prescription discount card<\/span><\/a> may help reduce the total cash price of Celebrex at participating pharmacies.<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/b>The difference between brand name and generic medications<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

What is Celebrex used for?<\/h2>\n

Celebrex<\/span> is FDA-approved to treat the following health conditions:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n