Celebrex: Side Effects

Celebrex

You may experience the following side effects with the use of this drug:

Common Symptoms

• Headache
• Dyspepsia (upset stomach)

Less Common to Rare Symptoms

• Skin rash
• Nausea or Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Flatulence (gas)
• Abdominal pain
• Dizziness
• Insomnia
• Abnormal liver function tests
• Upper respiratory tract infections
• Peptic ulcer
• Black stool (may be a sign of gastrointestinal bleeding. Consult your doctor.)
• Edema (accumulation of fluid in the body)

Life-threatening Symptoms

• Anaphylaxis reactions (severe allergic reactions including hives, troubled breathing, swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes)
• Acute kidney failure -- rare

Possible Overdose Symptoms

Symptoms of acute overdose:

• Lethargy
• Drowsiness
• Severe nausea or vomiting
• Severe stomach pain

What to Do in Case of Overdose

Dial 911 for emergency help or call your poison control center.