Celebrex also known as Celecoxib was developed by Pfizer and is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used for people suffering from joint problems caused by diseases such as osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis, it can also be used in woman who suffer from a sever menstrual cycle. Celebrex is only available with a doctor’s prescription and should be taken as prescribed.

According to the Celebrex web site one 200-mg pill can provide 24-hour relief for many with arthritis pain, stiffness, and inflammation. It is also reported that clinical studies with arthritis patients, Celebrex was proven to increase daily physical function, so moving is easier.

The Celebrex web site strongly suggests that you speak to your doctor before taking the medication, mention things like your medical history and what it includes, tell them what some of prescription and over-the-counter medications you have tried are, also ask if is Celebrex right for me.

Celebrex also reports that the FDA requires that all medications such as Celebrex report the same cardiovascular warning. “Any prescription NSAID, including CELEBREX, may increase the chance of heart attack or stroke, which can lead to death. This chance increases if: you have heart disease or risk factors for it, such as high blood pressure When NSAIDs are taken for long periods.”http://www.celebrex.com/about_CELEBREX.aspxhttp://www.celebrex.com/Questions_for_Your_Doctor.aspxhttp://www.celebrex.com/Understand_the_Risks.aspx