a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Some research suggests that it might reduce Alzheimer's risk in persons with a family history of dementia.
A drug that selectively inhibits COX-2 enzymes.
A drug that reduces pain. celecoxib belongs to the family of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents. It is also being studied for cancer prevention.
An anti-inflammatory drug thought to reduce Alzheimer's risk in persons with a family history of dementia.
Celecoxib (INN) (IPA: ) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used in the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, acute pain, painful menstruation and menstrual symptoms, and to reduce numbers of colon and rectum polyps in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis. It is marketed by Pfizer under the brand name Celebrex. In some countries, it is branded Celebra.