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Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Celecoxib-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Celecoxib as follows: Discuss with your doctor regarding any previous allergic responses you experienced with other NSAIDs, such as, Ibuprofen and Celecoxib sodium. Celecoxib must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history of exacerbation of SOB with episodes of asthma and growth of nasal polyps with other NSAIDs. Celecoxib, in some individuals, is known to evoke similar response. Discuss with your physician about [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Celecoxib-1

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Celecoxib as follows: Celecoxib carries the risk of causing dizziness and confusion. One should stay away from activities, such as, driving and operating heavy machinery, until they are used to the side-effects caused by Celecoxib. Celecoxib must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history heart failure. Reduced renal function, secondary to Celecoxib intake, can contribute towards compromise in filtration of blood, leading to [...]

Contraindications for Using Celecoxib-2

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Celecoxib as follows: Celecoxib must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history of hypertension and heart failure. Reduced renal function, secondary to Celecoxib intake, can contribute towards compromise in filtration of blood, leading to reduced formation of urine and fluid back up in the body. Fluid accumulation in the body can result in edema and weight gain. This backed up fluid can increase the fluid volume [...]

Contraindications for Using Celecoxib-1

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Celecoxib as follows: Patients with history of dyspepsia and heartburn must be cautious about using Celecoxib. Discuss with your doctor regarding your history of the same. Celecoxib must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history of compromised renal function. Celecoxib inhibits the production of prostaglandins in all the tissues, including the renal. Inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis in the kidneys, result in vasoconstriction and reduced blood flow [...]

Side Effects of Celecoxib Use-3

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Celecoxib as follows: Edema and weight gain Reduced renal function, secondary to Celecoxib intake, can contribute towards compromise in filtration of blood, leading to reduced formation of urine and fluid back up in the body. Increased fluid volume in the circulation can result in further elevation of blood pressure. Fluid accumulation in the body outside the circulation can result in edema and weight gain. Central nervous [...]