Celecoxib 100mg Capsules

Celecoxib 100mg Capsules are a generic version of Celebrex® 100mg, containing celecoxib 100mg as the active ingredient. Celecoxib is a selective cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve pain and inflammation associated with conditions including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Approved indications vary between countries. Current UK product information specifically lists celecoxib 100mg capsules for symptomatic treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis in adults.

Product Information

Generic Name

Celecoxib

Brand Reference

Celebrex® 100mg

Strength

100mg

Dosage Form

Hard Capsule

Drug Class

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)

Mechanism Class

Selective Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) Inhibitor

Active Ingredient

Celecoxib 100mg per capsule

Route

Oral

Prescription

Yes

Generic Status

Generic equivalent of Celebrex® 100mg

Packing

Varies by manufacturer and market

Market Authorization

Depends on the exact manufacturer and destination country

Generic Celebrex® 100mg vs Brand Celebrex®

The reference brand Celebrex® 100mg contains celecoxib. Generic celecoxib 100mg products use the same active ingredient and strength, while inactive ingredients, capsule appearance, packaging and manufacturer may differ.

The UK medicines database currently lists Celebrex 100mg alongside several generic celecoxib 100mg products from different manufacturers.

Availability & Ordering

Celecoxib 100mg Capsules may be marketed internationally as a generic alternative to Celebrex® 100mg, but product registration, manufacturer, pack size, prescription requirements and availability vary by country.

Before purchasing, verify the exact manufacturer, 100mg strength, capsule formulation, package size and applicable prescription or import requirements for the destination country.

How it works

Celecoxib selectively inhibits the COX-2 enzyme involved in the production of prostaglandins associated with pain and inflammation. This helps reduce inflammatory pain and related symptoms.

Celecoxib is used for symptomatic relief of pain and inflammation associated with approved inflammatory and musculoskeletal conditions. UK product information for 100mg capsules lists osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. U.S. labeling includes additional indications, so the approved uses depend on the country's product labeling.

Celecoxib is an NSAID and carries important cardiovascular, gastrointestinal and renal risks. U.S. prescribing information warns that NSAIDs can increase the risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events and serious gastrointestinal bleeding, ulceration and perforation.

Celecoxib is also contraindicated in certain patients with hypersensitivity to celecoxib or NSAIDs, a history of certain aspirin/NSAID allergic reactions, and in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery.