medication interactions exist: (1) pharmacokinetic interactions, in which alcohol interferes. with the metabolism of the medication, and (2) pharmacodynamic interactions, in which. alcohol enhances the effects of the medication, particularly in the central nervous system. (e.g., sedation).
It is also known by its drug name, Celecoxib. Celebrex is used to treat pain, stiffness and discomfort caused by lupus in joints and other tissues. Unlike other drugs in its class, Celebrex does not interfere with blood clotting. Celebrex should not be used by people who are allergic to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as Aspirin or Ibuprofen.
Because many birth control pills contain estrogen and progestin, women aged 18-45 are exposed to increased estrogen levels in their blood. Not only does estrogren increase the risk of clotting, but it is also assumed to be the cause of increased risk of blood clots during a pregnancy. While estrogen does increase the chance of blood clots forming, the absolute risk of a clot forming in women who take birth control is still relatively small.