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Celecoxib (AS) TM
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Active ingredients: celecoxib
Brand name
(ARTG)
: Celecoxib-AS Celecoxib 200 mg capsule blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Celecoxib is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis.,Celecoxib is indicated for the treatment of primary dysmenorrhoea in adults.,Celecoxib is indicated for the short-term treatment of acute pain in adults following surgery or musculoskeletal and/or soft tissue injury.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Opaque, white capsules with 2 gold bands and marked "200" on the body.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 30 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 30 capsules pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient celecoxib
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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