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Celebrex: Uses, How to Take It, and Side Effects

Celebrex is a unique type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that may treat pain with less effects on the stomach.

Lauren Smith, MADaisy Chau, PharmD
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Daisy Chau, PharmD, Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Updated on July 31, 2024
Featuring Nabila Ismail, PharmDReviewed by Daisy Chau, PharmD | July 31, 2024

To treat pain, one option is Celebrex (celecoxib). Taking this medication correctly can help improve treatment outcomes and reduce the risk of adverse effects.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have more questions about how to take Celebrex or what to expect when taking it.

References

Cheng, B., et al. (2021). Cardiovascular safety of celecoxib in rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PLoS One.

Cohen, B., et al. (2023). Celecoxib. StatPearls.

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Lauren Smith, MA
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Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
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Daisy Chau, PharmD
Daisy Chau, PharmD, is the drug information pharmacist manager at GoodRx. She is licensed in California and has more than 6 years of experience working as a pharmacist in drug information.
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Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician. Prior to practicing medicine, she worked as a management consultant.
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