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Side effect(s) of Celecoxib

Read the side effects of Celecoxib as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence and nausea/vomiting.

Body as a whole - Back pain, fluid retention and accidental injury.

Central Nervous system - Dizziness, headache and sleeplessness.

Respiratory - Nose inflammation and upper respiratory tract infection.

Skin - Rash.

Other Precautions : * Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Celecoxib

Celecoxib(Celebrex) generic is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, juvenile arthritis, menstrual pain, and other pain.
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