Doctors have been prescribing CELEBREX for arthritis for 10 straight years. You and your doctor can work together to decide if CELEBREX may be right for you.

Arthritis treatment starts with taking an active role in managing your pain. That means partnering with your doctor to achieve your goals. The more information you give about your symptoms, the better your doctor can help you figure out the best way to relieve your arthritis pain.

Track your progress. It will help determine how your arthritis treatment plan is working for you. Don't be afraid to ask questions.

Here are some tips to help you speak with your doctor:

  1. Share your medical history with your doctor. Make sure to tell your doctor about any prescription and over-the-counter medicines you take.
  2. Ask about benefits and risks. Be sure to ask your doctor about the benefits and risks of arthritis treatment options, based on your medical history and type of pain.
  3. Note any changes in your symptoms. Are you experiencing any new symptoms? Or are you no longer getting all the relief you need? Tell your doctor right away. He or she may want to make changes to your treatment program.

Important Safety Information:

Like all prescription NSAIDs, CELEBREX may increase the chance of a heart attack or stroke that can lead to death. It should not be used right before or after certain heart surgeries.

Serious skin reactions or stomach and intestine problems, such as bleeding and ulcers, can occur without warning and may cause death.

Patients taking aspirin and the elderly are at increased risk for stomach bleeding and ulcers.

Tell your doctor if you:
* Are pregnant
* Have a history of ulcers or bleeding in the stomach or intestines
* Have high blood pressure or heart failure
* Have kidney or liver problems

People with aspirin-sensitive asthma or allergic reactions due to aspirin or other arthritis medicines or certain drugs called sulfonamides should not take CELEBREX.

Prescription CELEBREX should be used exactly as prescribed at the lowest dose possible and for the shortest time needed.

For more information about CELEBREX and other NSAIDs, please see the Medication Guide.
For further information on CELEBREX, please see the full Prescribing Information.

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