Celebrex for Osteoarthritis User Reviews (Page 2)

• Whi...
• June 17, 2016

"Five weeks ago, I had a full knee replacement. The going was tough, but I started taking Celebrex, and with therapy, I jogged down my driveway tonight. (Unbelievable) I stopped taking oxycodone. I couldn't be happier. Now going back for a hip replacement. All of this, and I am 79 years old."

• 63g...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 28, 2017

"Generally has been effective in treating osteoarthritis pain/inflammation. For me, it worked noticeably better than meloxicam. I have taken it on an as-needed basis for at least 5 years and have had no appreciable side effects."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 31, 2013

"I have been taking it for about 3 weeks (200 mg daily). I started having irregular heartbeats after about 2 weeks. I stopped taking it and it cleared up. I started taking it again, and irregular heartbeats have returned. I guess I will have to stop. What a shame, it really helps the pain!"

• 1st...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 26, 2016

"What a joke! Doesn't do anything unless you count the side effects! You'll only accept constructive criticism, so avoid a gut ache added to pain, slow-burning urination when you never before had an issue. Doctors really need to listen to patients and stop assuming that they know more about my body than I do. This may work for some, or it may be a placebo effect, but for me it did nothing but add to my problems! Doctors also need to consider quality of life over quantity. I do not want to live with this pain, and if they can't or won't give me what works, then let me go. I have enough without risking a stroke too!"

• Bar...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 6, 2014

"After breaking both ankles in 1987, I was diagnosed with arthritis in 1997. I put up with mild pain and joint stiffness for years until I started my new job in 2011 at age 45, (7-8 hours a day non-stop on my feet). After each shift, I would be in so much excruciating pain I wondered if the job was worth it. Went to see my doctor who prescribed 100 mg Celebrex twice a day. The first few days I noticed a small improvement but also had a bit of stomach discomfort. After a few weeks, it was like I had new ankles! Little to no pain, so I went down to 100 mg a day on days I don't work and 200 mg a day when I work. The only other side effect I have had is significant hair loss/thinning for a couple of weeks every 6 months, it grows back though."

• Bri...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 19, 2014

"Very effective, reduced pain to a very low level. I was on Celebrex for 3 years on and off, depending on the severity of pain, and had no problems. As pain got more prolonged, I took 200 mg on a daily basis. At about 6 months, I developed increased ringing in the ears, followed by hearing noises which couldn't be explained by a specialist hearing doctor."

• LJ...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 13, 2013

"I was given some samples of Celebrex from my physician for wrist and hand pain. After I took the second capsule of 200 mg, I awoke in the night with an extremely bad headache, had the chills, aching muscles, runny nose, and a dry hacking cough. I stopped taking the pills, but as my symptoms persisted, I believed I had the flu. Three weeks later, I again tried Celebrex, and on the second day of taking the pills, I was again stricken with chills, a headache, nausea, and the runny nose. These symptoms have stayed with me for the past three days."

• Joh...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 9, 2015

"I think it is great for osteoarthritis of the hip - but others work for me equally well, e.g., Mobic, Voltaren. I chose Celebrex as I have read it is gentler on the stomach and kidneys. The only downside is the fear I get reading about heart problems - so I change every few months and alternate the meds - with a week off in between (when I go back to limping). But I have no problems - in fact, I did notice that Celebrex takes a few days to work whereas Mobic and Voltaren are almost instant."

• Ms ...
• February 20, 2014

"The problem I ran into, however, was its side effects. I had to stop taking it as it affected my breathing to the point that I couldn't walk half a block without gasping for air. To this day, I still have respiratory problems after taking this."

• sum...
• June 14, 2013

"I have osteoarthritis, primarily in my hands. On and off over the past 8 years, I've used Celebrex for flare-ups and can feel pain-free almost immediately! It is a miracle for any and all of my aches and pains. No negative side effects for me either. The only part is its expense, but today I found several websites that offer coupons for it."

• Jil...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 22, 2018

"My rheumatologist prescribed this for my osteoarthritis and told me to take it as little as possible because of the potential for kidney and liver damage. Initially, I took it 1-2 times a week but then stopped taking it for a while. I started taking it again last week, and after several days, I noticed constipation, my stomach being very bloated, and a burning sensation in my stomach that nothing could relieve for about 36 hours. I thought there may have been very slight pain relief, but nothing is worth the stomach issues, so I'm not taking it anymore."

• Ole...
• August 20, 2016

"I am an 82-year-old retired scientist, walking daily 4 miles in 1 hour. Suddenly, I developed extreme arthritic pain in my right hip. The pain was unbearable at night. No painkillers helped, including morphine. My doctor prescribed 200 mg of Celebrex for 14 days. It helped instantly, particularly at night. Believe it or not, now I have pain in my left hip, my shoulders, elbows, and even severe pain in my left wrist! I have been off Celebrex for one week, and I am relying on physical therapy to minimize the arthritic pain. No more Celebrex."

• Anonymous
• June 13, 2009

"I have been taking Celebrex for a little over 2 years. I was having severe knee pain due to my arthritis. This is the only medication that reduced that pain significantly. My doctor prescribed it when nothing else worked."

• Sue...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 15, 2020

"I tried Celecoxib because my gastroenterologist said to minimize my NSAIDs and not wanting to get started on opiates. I have only used it for two days, and the stomach pain is horrible, even with my ulcer meds. Also, heart palpitations very unsettling. Two doses and two doses too many! Very disappointed that my rheumatologist thought it was a good idea!"

• Suz...
• June 13, 2011

"I don't like using medicines at all, especially long-term, but Celebrex did tame my symptoms enough for me to be able to pursue other therapies. It wasn't perfect. I still limped and had some pain and stiffness issues, but it made a world of difference. I am now off of it and have taken a big hit in my flexibility and mobility."

• tf2...
• August 13, 2009

"Celebrex has been really great for my arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. I can actually function almost normally with about half the prescribed dosage (which is normally 2 per day). The one pill will take care of the pain for about 36-40 hrs."

• Lil...
• November 17, 2016

"First one I took, my heart was racing. I thought I just had to get used to the medication. Second one, the same. The third one, I had a severe allergic reaction, ended up in the hospital, thought I was going to die. I would not recommend anyone ever take this terrible medication."

• Anonymous
• September 26, 2011

"I need a new knee and get Synvisc shots every 6 months. Not so much pain, but often uncomfortable, and the knee is very useless after about 4 months. Found Celebrex and took it. As the package said, it took a couple of weeks to do much, but then woke up pain-free one morning. Amazing. I have a very stressful job, though, and seem to have developed a heart condition. Did Celebrex contribute? I do not know, but have discontinued its use."

• PNS...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 21, 2016

"I am suffering with swelling in my right leg ankle, but however, there is no pain. I was prescribed 200 mg of this capsule to be taken twice a day by my doctor. I took the dosage as prescribed by the doctor for two days and noticed light-headedness, palpitations, and difficulty in remembering."

• Cat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 3, 2017

"Worked well for pain, but after a month, got breathless and my heart raced at high speed. Thought I was having a heart attack. Was given Noten to bring my heart rate back to normal. Still felt breathless. On stopping the drug, my heart and breathing slowly went back to normal. Scary..."

• Anonymous
• August 10, 2010

"I'm very pleased with Celebrex for the neck and knee pain caused by my osteoarthritis. I have no pain climbing up and down the stairs (relief began after only several days). I not only have no neck pain but also a dramatically increased range of motion... which makes it much safer for me to change lanes when I'm driving. The one problem I have is that I must take the medication after eating, otherwise, tummy tenderness may occur."

• smo...
• April 7, 2008

"I have had chronic pain and tried many medicines, including narcotics, to help. Celebrex has helped me so much. I am able to do so many things that I couldn't before. My doctor has me taking it with Tylenol with Codeine #3 and Carisoprodol."

• Pel...
• May 21, 2010

"Celebrex has helped me manage my back pain, lumbar and cervical, due to degenerative arthritis. Not taking it is noticeable, I have an increase of pain and a functionally impaired condition without it."

• ems...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 16, 2017

"53-year-old male with a bad knee. I was prescribed this for my knee. Within two days of 200 mg once a day, I woke up and had joint and muscle pain in my ankles, feet, arms, wrists, and elbows. In addition, I had sinus pressure so bad that it hurt to touch my face. I immediately quit taking it, and the symptoms are receding, but still there two days later."

• emi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 25, 2015

"I went to the doctor with fluid around my knee. At this point, it was stiff and only a little sore. Five days later, I have stopped taking it because my knee has become painful and useless. I also started developing bruises easily. This is easily the worst medication I have ever taken (along with Clindamycin in a close second)."