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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Celebrex---a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication used to treat rheumatoid arthritis---in December 1998. People considering using this medication should be aware of potentially serious side effects.
Cardiac Complications
Pfizer, the manufacturer of Celebrex, states on its website that the medication "may increase the chance of heart attack or stroke," and advise against use by patients with previous or planned heart surgery.
Gastrointestinal Reactions
According to RxList.com, Celebrex, sold generically under the name celecoxib, can cause varying amounts of stomach upset, and elderly patients "are at greater risk."
Dizziness
Dizziness and blurred vision have been known to occur in patients taking Celebrex, reports RxList.com.
Masking Fevers
Celebrex can, on occasion, mask or hide a fever in patients taking it, according to RxList.com. Fever can be the primary indicator of an infection, so patients should remain vigilant if they develop other symptoms of infection.
Allergic Reactions
Allergic reactions can occur with Celebrex, and the product website advises against Celebrex for those who have "aspirin-sensitive asthma," or who are allergic to aspirin or sulfonamides, also known as sulfa drugs.
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Joint Pain: Celebrex Side Effects
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