Elyxyb
(celecoxib)
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(celecoxib)
Get free couponsSummary for Elyxyb
Elyxyb, the brand name for celecoxib oral solution, is a prescription medication that's FDA approved for treating migraines in adults. It's a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Elyxyb (celecoxib) oral solution is taken when you feel migraine pain starting. You can only take it once in a 24-hour period. Side effects are rare but changes in taste are possible.
Indications for Elyxyb
- Treatment of migraine attacks with or without aura in adults
Pros and Cons for Elyxyb
Pros
- Lower risk of stomach side effects than some other NSAIDs (like naproxen (Aleve) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin))
- Can work as soon as 15 minutes for some people
- Comes as a flavored liquid, which is a good choice for people who have trouble swallowing pills
Cons
- Not for preventing migraines from happening
- Can only take once within a 24-hour period
- Can't take if you're allergic to sulfa drugs
Common Side Effects for Elyxyb
- Change in taste (3%)
Warnings for Elyxyb
- Risk for stomach ulcers and stomach bleeding
- Risk for heart attack and stroke
- High blood pressure, swelling, and risk for heart failure
- Kidney damage
- Liver problems
- Severe allergic reactions and skin reactions
- Worse headaches if you take Elyxyb (celecoxib) oral solution too often
- Avoid during pregnancy because of harm to an unborn baby
Summary for Celecoxib
Celecoxib, also known by the brand name Celebrex, is a prescription pain medication that's used to temporarily relieve aches and pains from certain conditions, such as different types of arthritis. Celebrex (celecoxib) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), but it has a lower risk of causing stomach upset than other medications in its drug class, such as naproxen. The dosage for Celebrex (celecoxib) is typically once or twice a day. It's recommended to avoid taking this medication with alcohol since it can raise your risk for stomach bleeding. Other side effects include headache, indigestion, and diarrhea.
Indications for Celecoxib
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA)
- Ankylosing spondylitis (AS)
- Sudden pain
- Menstrual cramps
Pros and Cons for Celecoxib
Pros
- Can use for different types of arthritis
- Fewer stomach side effects compared to some other NSAIDs
- Safe to take for children 2 years and older with RA
- Can open capsules and mix contents with applesauce, so it's convenient for people with difficulty swallowing pills
Cons
- Can raise the risk of heart attack and stroke
- Not recommended during second and third trimesters of pregnancy
- Not recommended for use if you have severe liver disease
- Might not be safe for people with a sulfa allergy
Common Side Effects for Celecoxib
Adults
- Headache (16%)
- Indigestion (9%)
- Upper respiratory infection (8%)
- Diarrhea (6%)
- Sinus infection (congestion, runny nose; 5%)
- Belly pain (4%)
Children
- Headache (13%)
- Fever (8%)
- Belly pain (4-8%)
- Cough (7%)
- Nausea (7%)
- Diarrhea (5%)
- Common cold (stuffy nose, sneezing; 5%)
Warnings for Celecoxib
- Heart attack and stroke
- Stomach bleeding and ulcers
- Liver problems
- High blood pressure and heart failure
- Kidney damage and high potassium levels
- Severe allergic reactions
- Severe asthma attack
- Harm to unborn babies
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