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Celecoxib (INN) (IPA: [s?l??k?ks?b]) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used in the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, acute pain, painful menstruation and menstrual symptoms, and to reduce numbers of colon and rectum polyps in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis. It is marketed by Pfizer under the brand name Celebrex. In some countries, it is branded Celebra. Celecoxib is available by prescription in capsule form.

Celecoxib
This is a new class of drug that may be particularly useful for patients unable to tolerate anti-inflammatories. This article outlines important facts and precautions about it.

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