CELEBREX Reviews (CELECOXIB)

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CELEBREX  (CELECOXIB):  This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling.   FDA Approval Date: 2002-08-29 (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)

  

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 3  Fibromyalgia Gut pain, burning, gas feeling need poo constantly, headaches, diarrhoea alt constipation, back pain, swelling, OCC nausea, disturbed sleep, no appetite, weight gain, no energy, little pain relief. All this has increased over last few years. Also have osteoarthrits. F 72 20 years
200 gram d
10/3/2018
 5  Bilateral ankle fractures None I have taken Celebrex since I had car wreck in 1995, which I almost severed both feet off at the ankles. I was never suppose to walk again. This is a wonderful medication. NO ONE knows my pain with every step I take. Celebrex has not made all the pain go away, because I am a paramedic and work 16-24 hour shifts, but it makes a considerable difference. I can either take it and walk or not take it and not walk or play with my grandchild. Every body is different to any drug. I think it is up the each individual on taking it and live with the side effects and long term effects, I know what it can do. But is a miracle drug for me!!! F 41 18 years
200mg 2X day
4/28/2014
 3  osteoarthritis The 13 years were divided up between Celebrex, Mobix and Maloxicam. I stopped Celebrex during the scare and then returned to it 2years ago This side affect is probably related equally between Celebrex and other NASIDS. About 4 years ago I started to suffer with muscle cramps which were Extremely painful. They seemed to come after I would do yard work in the hot Florida sun. After a work session in which I sweatted heavily, and after I cooled down I would suffer a series of cramps. In my hands, legs, arms, sides and other various parts of the body. Doctors were unable to deturime the cause. some said Dehydration, others perscribed Potasium or magnesium, but nothing worked. I could get some reliefe from vinegar or tonic water , but these were only termporary. About 6 months ago I was advised to stop the celebrex for about two weeks durinf some minor surgery. Near the end of the two weeks I noticed that I hadn't had any cramps.I have stayed off celebrex and now months and th M 78 13 years
200mg 1X day
8/16/2011
 5  Back & Leg Pain NONE I can't believe the DISSING this drug has taken by commenters. This drug was the first COX-2 breakthrough drugs...no crappy side effects like other NSAIDS...yes, I mean no Crap. This drug works great with me and I have taken it since it was introduced, in fact I told my RHUM-doctor about it first! I do only take it when I have pain not every day but when I do have sharp Arthritic pain I take it and voila in a couple hours I feel much better. THANK YOU CELEBREX FOR GIVING MY MOBILITY AND LIFE BACK! M 48 12 years
200mg 2X AN
2/23/2011
 5  osteoarthritis,rheumatoid arthritis None at all been taking it ever since it came out yrs ago. F 58 11 years
200mg 2X day
6/29/2011
 5  headache, joint stiffness I am frequently very hot and turn red in the face without sweating; a little stomach irritation I love this medication since I cannot take aspirin and ibuprofen upsets my stomach. I also have physical therapy and use ice, but Celebrex has kept me going. I wish I could take 2 per day, but i am afraid to do so because of the data on Vioxx and the heart. F 67 10 years
200mg 1X day
8/15/2011
 5  Knee Injury None I’ve been taking Celebrex for 10+ years with no side effects but GREAT pain relief. I’ve tried going off it on a number of occasions but with return of debilitating pain in my knee. As soon as I started taking it again the paid disappeared. I’ve read all the literature about the risks, but as long as the Celebrex keeps me from getting an eventual knee replacement and I have no life threatening side effects, I will continue taking it. M 60 10 years
12/1/2009
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 5  arthritis in knees none F 58 10 years
200mg
7/1/2015
 4  Arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis. Very few for many years. Lately experiencing very dry mouth and regular incidence of canker sores. So I've cut back to 100mg from 200mg a day, in case the drug is causing it. Giving it three months and I'll add the additional 100mg if I can't prove the connection. Lower dose does mean the arthritis in my hands in painful on a more regular basis but I am treating it with heat and more intentional movement. F 67 10 years
100 1X day
6/17/2019
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 4  Psoriatic Arthritis Rash, itching, bowl over working,weight gain, cough, gas, heartburn, I was prescribed Celebrex when Vioxx was taken off the market, was never really happy on Celebrex I discussed it with my Rheumatoligst but he did not think the side affects were that important. It wasn't till speaking with another GP that she pointed out that it could be Celebrex causing the "Side Affects" I was experiencing so from today I have stopped taking it and time will tell if I've made the right decision. I will take Paracetamol on a regular 4 hourly basis for pain relief instead. F 67 10 years
200mg 1X day
7/5/2011
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 1  arthritis back,knees Horrific bladder problems diagnosed with interstitial cystitis by a urologist about one year ago after having the bladder problems for about seven or eight years. After a variety of treatments the urologist referred me to specialist for interstitial cystitis (IC)at the University of Wisconsin. The pain I suffered with on a daily bases can be described as many hours of crying and wondering if the pain would every go away. This is how I described the pain. It felt like my bladder was acid burned and I would have shooting pains that felt like glass cutting my already acid burned bladder. Medications did not help. The reason I know the problem was caused by celebrex the IC specialist took me off the celebrex 2/22/10 and I have been pain free ever since. The cost for treatment was outrageous. The tests in the hospital, cystoscopy X 2, MRI, blood tests,so many urine test and the horrible instillation treatments at least 25 of them and the cost of celebrex ($400 for 90 days X ten years), the cost of varous medications over the course of treatment that did not help, and the loss of my job. Before the urologist referred me to the IC specialist it was suggestd that I apply for Social Security Disability. F 58 10 years
200 mg 1X day
3/18/2010
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 1  for Arthritis and joint pain I have taken Celebrex for many years and it has TOTALLY DAMAGED MY KIDNEYS. I AM VERY MAD & UPSET with this manufacturer as they knew it would cause so many different and bad side effects on patients. I just was told by an E.R. Dr. To GET OFF OF THIS MEDICATION BUT THE DAMAGE TO MY KIDNEYS IS ALREADY DONE! PLEASE DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICATION!!!! YOU WILL HAVE KIDNEY FAILURE LIKE ME.....I am contacting an Attorney regarding this medication as it has ruined my LIFE AND MY BODY.... F 64 10 years
200 mg.
5/26/2014
 5  rheumatoid arthritis acid reflux and stomach irritation in general I was diagnosed with RA in 1991. My life came to a virtual standstill shrouded in excrutiating pain. I tried all of the nsaids, with no relief. Prednisone was my only relief (you want some side effects, take take stuff for 11 or 12 years). I began taking Celebrex when it first came on the market and it worked wonderfully. I was taken off the med for two weeks to check liver enzyme elevation and the RA pain returned with a vengance. Everything is a trade off. No pain/potential death. I've been able to live a very active life for many years thanks to Celebrex and Enbrel (another "dangerous" drug). I believe it to be a fair trade off. M 61 9 years
2/3/2010
 5  JOINT PAIN AFTER 9 YRS OF NO SIDE EFFECTS, I HAVE STARTED EXPERIENCING ITCHING ON INNER WRISTS, SOME FINGERS, GROIN AREA, UNDER BREASTS ITCHING BAD BEEN ON CELEBREX 9 YRS,,ITCHING STARTED 6 WEEKS AGO DOES ANY BODY ELSE EXPERIENCE THIS? F 57 9 years
3/22/2009
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 4  Fibromyalgia Syndrome Constipation, but easily counteracted with addition of 1/2 cup of high-fibre cereal every day. This drug has been very good for me over the years. Always take with food in the middle of my breakfast to avoid stomach and intestinal issues. Tried to change medication a few times over years but no others work as effectively. Tried Naproxen for a few months but stomach upset always after ingesting; efficacy waned and was practically nil after 3 months. F 62 9 years
7/29/2008
 5  SCLERODERMA (systemic) No side effects. I've taken Celebrex for over 8 years. Celebrex has allowed me to live an 'almost' normal life...as scleroderma 'attacks' the esophagus and therefore Ibuprofen (which causes ulcers) is useless...in addition Ibuprofen does nothing for my joint/muscle pain. Truly, Celebrex is a wonder drug and contra-indications are a trade off for me. I need it to survive with dignity, as scleroderma is a horrid, debilitating illness. My only 'complaint' is the cost. Celexcoxib (a generic form virtually identical) is 'allowed' in Canada. My prescription has gone from 199.00 to 240.00 in the last 90 days! (It is 3/09/2009). I will continue to search for a way to get some from a Canadian Pharmacy. A much more humane country than this one. F 64 8 years
3/9/2009
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 5  osteoarthritis spine none stopped working after 8-1/2 years. eventually I had sleepless nights from pain so primary physician switched me to arthrotec 75. M 54 8 years
9/27/2009
 5  psoratic arthritis I had joint pain and stiffness. With Celebrex, I have no pain and no stiffness. F 64 8 years
2/19/2005
 5  Pain on joints Just started getting swelling of legs and uncontrollable high blood pressure M 58 8 years
200mg caps
3/7/2013
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 1  back and joint pain internal bleeding thought to be cancer, but tests results indicated no cancer, be very aware of any blood in stool, nose bleeds, blood in urine this is a very dangerous drug and can cause death M 60 8 years
100mg 1X day
4/11/2012
  

CELEBREX  (CELECOXIB):  This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling.   FDA Approval Date: 2002-08-29 (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)

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