I was in a lot of pain in my lower back and shooting pain down my leg for months, and had increasing difficulty in walking and sleeping. I had been forced to use a cane, and a scooter to get around and I could no longer walk any distance. I had to stop physical therapy because the pain was too bad and epidural injections seemed to offer little relief. The MRI indicated that I had tissue from a her...
Joint damage from Lime. I took 400mg for seven days. Terrible fever, fast heart, heart pain and a heart attack on seventh day. Dr. said I was allergic to it. I would never take again.
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Sue | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
5/25/2022
Condition: Pain
Overall rating 4.0
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Full body pain, couldn’t stand up straight by the end of the day. Took two weeks to really see a difference but after one month much less pain and almost back to usual self. Loose stool, gas and bloating is improving but worth going through for less pain. I am, however, gaining weight. ??
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#k9guy | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
5/4/2022
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 5.0
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Had issues with a staph infection following a total knee replacement. Enough pain to interfere with rehabilitation. Once I started taking Celecoxib, the pain dissipated, my range of motion improved and I rapidly gained back the ground lost when treating the staph infection. I had been eating ibuprofen and acetaminophen like candy and knew I was doing more harm to my organs than good for the pain. This was a real game changer. I was lucky enough not to have the gas or stomach issues that some reviewers have, I’ll take the win. Read More Read Less
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Hal | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
Greatly reduced my back and leg pain. I can function almost normally for a 63 year old man. Some gastrointestinal side effects in the beginning like bloating and loose stool now and then. But after a month I’m doing well and find this Med to be a god send. It’s the best pain Med that’s not an opioid.
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Kathy Smith | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
4/13/2022
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 5.0
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My knee replacement was delayed due to COVID and I was taking so much ibuprofen and then antiacids, even through the night. Sleep was interrupted by pain and indigestion from the ibuprofen. Called my dr and asked for prescription strength ibu but she suggested generic Celebrex. GAME CHANGER!! I'm sorry I waited so long to call. Have used for 7 months - still waiting for surgery - and have much reduced pain and swelling. I'm sleeping better and experiencing less indigestion.
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JGM1 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
Nothing special...... and a lot of stomach upset! No real help for the lower back pain either!
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Celexovib | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
3/25/2022
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 4.7
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I worked on concrete floors in plants for several years and it took a toll on my legs. I could barely walk at times. I took ibuprofen to no avail. My doctor put me on Celebrex and now I feel like my old self. It is so WONDERFUL. I've had loose stools every now and then and insomnia a few times but I THANK GOD FOR THIS MIRACLE DRUG. It Took 2 weeks for it to start working. Praise the Lord. Penny Maddox Smith
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Jim R | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
3/13/2022
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 5.0
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Diagnosed with osteoarthritis and osteonecrosis in both hips. Walking and sleeping we’re becoming increasingly difficult. Prescribed Celebrex and within a week I was pain free. No side effects. It has allowed me to delay a hip replacement. I am very thankful for this drug!
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#my benefit | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
2/24/2022
Condition: Joint Inflammatory Disease in Children and Young Adults
Overall rating 5.0
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I can't pinpoint how long I've been taking Celebrex (generic form). It means the difference between ability to move or not be able to stand without excruciating pain. I have arthritis in my hips and knees and back, (almost every where) in my body. I still have swelling in the joints but at least I'm mobile.
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Candi in MN | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
12/31/2021
Condition: Pain
Overall rating 2.3
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I was having acute SI joint pain, and since I have ulcerative colitis (in remission and managed by Entyvio), I cannot take Advil, ibuprofen, etc. I took 200 mg of Celebrex twice per day with food for three days, and I developed such horrific stomach pain followed by acute diarrhea that my doctor immediately had me stop taking it. The stomach pain and acid reflux (mind you I take a Rx for acid reflux) were so acute that it woke me from a deep sleep. And as someone who has had colitis for 20+ years, I have a pretty high pain tolerance level. I do not recommend this drug as an alternative for people with IBD. Honestly, I have taken ibuprofen on occasion and it never wreaked havoc on my gut like this drug did. I stopped taking it 24 hours ago and I’m still running to the bathroom. And I took a total of 6 doses! Seriously. Read More Read Less
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The One | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
12/11/2021
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 5.0
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50 years ago a steel overpass beam fell on my legs basically crushing my feet and braking both bones in my legs. i get sever pain standing for extended periods of time. the Celebrex drastically reduces the pain
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Natalie | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
12/3/2021
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 5.0
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I could barely walk due to loss of cartilage in both knees. Extreme pain, standing and walking. Celebrex has worked wonders for me! I forgot how it feel to walk w/o pain! It's amazing.
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Bill | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
10/15/2021
Condition: Painful Periods
Overall rating 5.0
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No left leg and thigh pain except at PT. No side affects. Miracle drug.
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Katrina Braithwaite | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
7/5/2021
Condition: Pain
Overall rating 1.0
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I was put on this for severe fibromyalgia pain and full body osteoarthritis.. I took it about two weeks before I noticed that I was dizzy all the time. My heart was racing constantly. And I have sever stomach pain like heart burn that feels like I am having a full blown anxiety attack.. out of the blue I developed carpal tunnel syndrome in my thumb joints.. i am not going to take this anymore ! The side effects are not worth the relief ! I will continue on my pain meds and my fentanyl patch .. this stuff is garbage and dangerous Read More Read Less
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J Woolridge | 55-64 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/3/2021
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 1.0
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Joint damage from Lime. I took 400mg for seven days. Terrible fever, fast heart, heart pain and a heart attack on seventh day. Dr. said I was allergic to it. I would never take again.
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woops | 13-18 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
5/12/2021
Condition: Pain
Overall rating 2.0
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Was on this medicine for a week and could absolutely not take the side effects (I'm someone who experiences a lot of unusual side effects so I've come to expect them, but on this it was unbelievably bad). Had diarrhea everyday for a week and couldn't stand it anymore. I did notice most of the sharp pain in my joints had dissipated, but I was left with an ache and stiffness. I found it was a bit hard to swallow as well? it always felt stuck in my throat. overall, I have more relief with 800 mg ibuprofen.Read More Read Less
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Lynn Backhaus | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
5/9/2021
Condition: Pain
Overall rating 2.7
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I havent been able to relieve my back pain with this drug and i wake up at night
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Lullaby | 45-54 | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
2/13/2021
Condition: Rheumatic Disease causing Pain & Stiffness in Backbone
Overall rating 3.0
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Celebrex gave me joint pain relief that I could not manage on a biologic alone, and it is supposedly safer than Advil. I noticed a lot of dizziness while on it and heart palpitations, which gave me panic attacks. My stools turned a pale color, and I felt sluggish. Weight gain and bloating didnâ??t suit my petite frame, but it was the dizziness and palpitations that made me stop taking it. Nausea accompanied the dizziness. My rheumy wanted me to take an anti-nausea drug and another for vertigo, but they had their side effects. Overall, Celebrex worked for my pain; the many side effects though outweighed the pain relief benefit, so after one year, I stopped taking it. If you donâ??t suffer these side effects, you are fortunate. Read More Read Less
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rbellie | 55-64 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/19/2020
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 5.0
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Have had pain from multiple sports injuries. Currently using it for shoulder pain (tendonitis, muscle tears, tendon tears) and it allows me to play golf and tennis without any issues. IT is a miracle drug for me as I don't react favorably to most anti-inflammatories (stomach pain) but Celebrex give me no side effects.
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Anonymous | 13-18 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/27/2020
Condition: Other
Overall rating 2.3
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This medication only took away a very small amount of my pain and it caused me to have painful abdominal cramping (similar to menstrual cramps) and made me nauseous but I know that these side effects are not common with Celebrex so do not worry if you are starting this medication. I was also on a high dose (200mg 2x/day) so that might of been why.
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
8/22/2020
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 4.0
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I didn't think I would be able to ever walk again. This drug removed the pain I have been feeling to a large extent.
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