Celecoxib (Cont.)

Side Effects of Celecoxib

(The celecoxib side effects listed below are not a complete list of possible side effects. Your healthcare provider can give you a more complete list.)
 
As with any medicine, there are possible side effects with celecoxib. However, not everyone who takes the drug will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate celecoxib quite well. If side effects do occur, they are usually minor. Often, they require no treatment or they are easily treated by you or your healthcare provider. However, there are some serious side effects to be aware of.
 
The most common side effects of celecoxib are:
 
  • Indigestion
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain.
     
Less common but serious side effects include:
 
  • Cardiovascular problems, including heart attack or stroke
  • Stomach or intestinal problems, including bleeding, ulcers, or a hole (known as a perforation)
  • Liver damage
  • Kidney problems, including kidney failure
  • Fluid retention
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Allergic reaction
  • Unexplained rash.
     
These possible side effects are a risk with all NSAIDs and can lead to life-threatening complications or even loss of life.
 
(Click Side Effects of Celecoxib to learn more.)
 

Celecoxib and Drug Interactions

Celecoxib can potentially interact with a number of medications (see Drug Interactions With Celecoxib).
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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