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Celebrex Litigation

Following the recent news on the harmful side-affects and cardiovascular problems experienced while taking Vioxx and Bextra, the only remaining available option for anti-inflammatory drug taking patients is Celebrex.  Celebrex, however, has recently been accused of the similar unbecoming side effects, as well and lawsuits have been brought against Pfizer and Searle Pharmaceuticals, the joint manufacturer of Celebrex.

Have you or someone you know suffered adverse side effects from taking Celebrex?  If so, contact one of our drug litigation lawyers to receive more information regarding recent Celebrex litigation and how you may be able to be a part of it.

Celebrex is an arthritis relief drug, reducing pain, inflammation and fever in the body. The drug is taken in order to reduce stiffness caused by osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthiritis, while it also decreases the number of adenomatous colorectal polyps in familial adenomatous polyposis.

Possible side effects of Celebrex

Since the FDA’s approval of Celebrex, the drug has been linked to several gastrointestinal disorders and a number of deaths. The most serious risks that patients who have been taking the drug have to fear is the increased risk of suffering a heart attack, stroke or blood clots.

Stop taking Celebrex if you experience the following symptoms

• Allergic reactions, such as breathing difficulties, swelling of the throat, lips and tongue
• Abdominal pain, discomfort
• Bloody, black or tarry stools
• Lethargy
• Skin rashes
• Yellowing of the eyes or skin
• Flu-like symptoms
• Nausea, heartburn
• Abnormal bruising, bleeding
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Insomnia

Have you or someone you know suffered adverse side effects from taking Celebrex?  If so, contact one of our drug litigation attorneys to receive more information regarding recent Celebrex litigation and how you may be able to be a part of it.

As attorneys are preparing for Celebrex lawsuits, there are millions of people who have been taken the most frequently prescribed arthritis drug. Especially for those with a prior cardiovascular condition should be particularly attentive to side effects of any sort. In case you are concerned about the safety of Celebrex and how it may affect your health, you should see your doctor and inform them if:

• You smoke
• You drink alocohol
• You have an ulcer
• You have liver disease
• You have asthma
• You have heart disease
• You have high blood pressure
• You take any other kind of medication

If you or a loved one have been injured or suffered in any way as a result of Celebrex, consult medical assistance. Numerous people have experienced the adverse side effects of Celebrex and you may want to consult advice in order to learn about your legal rights concerning that matter. If that is the case, feel free to contact one of our drug litigation attorneys and find out about your legal options.

Update: LV