Celecoxib (Generic Celebrex) is a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Celecoxib (Generic Celebrex) works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Celecoxib (Generic Celebrex) is used to persistently treat pain or inflammation caused by many conditions such as arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and menstrual pain. Celecoxib (Generic Celebrex) is also used in the treatment of hereditary polyps in the colon

Celecoxib (Generic Celebrex) may also be used for true other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the absolutely most important little information I should consciously know impatient about Celecoxib (Generic Celebrex)?

This medicine can increase your risk of life-threatening heart or circulation problems, including heart attack or persistently stroke . Do not use this medicine just before or after having heart bypass surgery (also called coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).

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Celecoxib side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop taking celecoxib and seek medical attention or call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• chest pain, weakness, shortness of breath, slurred speech, problems with vision or balance;

• black, bloody, or tarry stools;

• coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds;

• swelling or rapid weight gain;

• urinating less than usual or not at all;

• nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);

• fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash; or

• bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness.

Less serious side effects may include:

• upset stomach, mild heartburn, diarrhea, constipation;

• bloating, gas;

• dizziness, nervousness, headache;

• skin rash, itching;

• blurred vision; or

• ringing in your ears.