Celira 200mg Capsule is a pain-relieving medicine. It alleviates pain, redness, and swelling in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemicals that cause pain and inflammation.

Celira 200mg Capsule can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Your doctor may change the dose and time between doses according to your pain level and your needs. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Common side effects of this medicine include abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence, peripheral edema, dizziness, and upper respiratory tract infection. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms by prescribing you an alternative medicine or by adjusting the dose.

The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, and liver. You should avoid the consumption of alcohol while on this medication. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine as it can cause harmful effects to the developing baby.

Uses of Celira Capsule

Benefits of Celira Capsule

In Treatment of Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joints. Celira 200mg 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

Celira 200mg 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.

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Side effects of Celira Capsule

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

Common side effects of Celira

Upper respiratory tract infection
Indigestion
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Flatulence
Peripheral edema
Dizziness
Sore throat

How to use Celira Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Celira 200mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Celira Capsule works

Celira 200mg 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).

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Celira 200mg Capsule.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Celira 200mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Celira 200mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Celira 200mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Celira 200mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Celira 200mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Celira 200mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Celira 200mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Celira Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Celira 200mg 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.

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Quick tips

Celira 200mg 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 Celira 200mg Capsule if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Pyrazole Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

NSAID's -Selective COX-2 Inhibitors

Patient concerns

Rheumatoid arthritis with osteoarthritis

Dr. Akshat Goel

Orthopaedics

Please refer to a Rheumatologist

Sir/Ma'am, I feel pain in the heel of both the legs especially when I get up from the bed in the morning. After walking couple of steps, it goes away. there is no bone problem reported in the Xray report. Please guide me what could be the reason?

Dr. Mehtab Baig

Orthopaedic Physiotherapy

This is the test for rheumatoid arthritis

FAQs

Is Celira 200mg Capsule banned in India?

No. Celira 200mg Capsule is not banned in India. It is legally available on prescription

Is Celira 200mg Capsule gluten free?

Yes. Celira 200mg Capsule is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

Is Celira 200mg Capsule safe?

Yes. Celira 200mg Capsule is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor

Is Celira 200mg Capsule a narcotic or addictive drug?

No. Celira 200mg Capsule is not a narcotic or addictive drug

Does Celira 200mg Capsule cause drowsiness, weight gain or constipation?

Celira 200mg Capsule may cause drowsiness, weight gain or constipation. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor

Does celecoxib contain aspirin, codeine or sulfa?

No. Celecoxib is by itself a type of medicinal compound. It does not contain aspirin, codeine or sulfa

How does Celira 200mg Capsule work?

Celira 200mg Capsule works by inhibiting the formation of chemicals called prostaglandins in the body that cause pain and inflammation, thereby reducing the pain and swelling symptoms.

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