Ostigard 200mg/50mg Capsule belongs to the class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It is used to relieve pain, tenderness, swelling and stiffness caused by various medical conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis (arthritis caused by swelling of the lining of the joints), osteoarthritis (arthritis caused by a breakdown of the lining of the joints), and ankylosing spondylitis (arthritis primarily affecting the spine). It is also used in the treatment of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (a kind of arthritis that affects children) in children aged two and up.

Ostigard 200mg/50mg Capsule contains Celecoxib and Diacerein. Celecoxib works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Diacerein works by inhibiting the action of a protein involved in the inflammation and destruction of cartilage. Thereby, it helps to build and repair the cartilage (the soft connective tissue that protects and covers the ends of long bones at the joints) and reduces pain and swelling in the joints.

Your doctor will advise you on how often you take this medicine based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience nausea, headache, indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhoea, oedema, and flatulence. Most of these side effects of Ostigard 200mg/50mg Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any foods or medicines. Do not take Ostigard 200mg/50mg Capsule during and after 20 weeks of pregnancy unless you are told to do so by your doctor. If you become pregnant while taking celecoxib, consult your doctor right away. Celecoxib users may be more likely to suffer a heart attack or stroke than nonusers. Tell your doctor if you or anyone in your family has or has ever had heart disease, a stroke or a heart attack if you smoke, and if you have or have ever had high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes. If you have recently had a heart attack, do not take an NSAID like Ostigard 200mg/50mg Capsule unless your doctor tells you to.

Ostigard 200mg/50mg Capsule contains Celecoxib and Diacerein. Celecoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It acts as an analgesic (reduces pain) and an anti-inflammatory (reduces inflammation) agent. It is a selective COX-2 inhibitor. COX-2 enzymes convert arachidonic acid to prostaglandins, which are inflammatory mediators. The blocking of COX-2 reduces the production of prostaglandins, eventually decreasing pain and inflammation. Diacerein works by inhibiting the action of a protein involved in the inflammation and destruction of cartilage. Thereby, it helps to build and repair the cartilage (the soft connective tissue that protects and covers the ends of long bones at the joints) and reduces pain and swelling in the joints.

If you are scheduled to have a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG, a form of heart surgery), you should not take celecoxib before or after the procedure. Before taking Ostigard 200mg/50mg Capsule, inform your doctor about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and medications you are using. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not consume Ostigard 200mg/50mg Capsule unless recommended by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking Ostigard 200mg/50mg Capsule to rule out any side effects. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided while on medication. If you have any symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness in one area or side of the body, or slurred speech, seek emergency medical attention immediately.