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Revision as of 08:35, 2 September 2020
Introduction
Celecoxib is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, an NSAID, selectively inhibit cyclo-oxygenase-2 (COX-2). As an NSAID, celecoxib is an analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic.
Clinical indications for indomethacin include:
- rheumatoid arthritis
- alkylosing spondylitis
- osteoarthritis
- gouty arthritis
- acute painful shoulder bursitis or tendinitis
It is also be used in menstrual pain, headaches, dental pain, postoperative and postpartum pain.
Mechanism of Action
- Anti-inflammatory agent
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
- Highly selective COX-2 inhibitor
