Important Safety Information On Celebrex (celecoxib): Increased Cardiovascular Risk – For Health Professionals

CELEBREX (Celecoxib) Safety Information Celecoxib, a pain and arthritis medication sold under the brand name Celebrex, carries an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, particularly with long-term use or in people with existing heart disease. Health Canada has issued this safety information to alert healthcare professionals and patients about these cardiovascular risks. The medication is distributed across Canada.

Reason

Product safety

Category

drug recall

Country

Canada

Agency

HC-DRUGS

Recall date

2004-12-22

Status

Closed

Distribution

Canada-wide

Official recall notice from HC-DRUGS

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