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Does Celebrex Interact With Meloxicam?
I have a feeding tube, therefore I cannot take my 2 Celebrex capsules per day. My Dr. was going to write me an RX for Meloxicam which I have taken before and I know it can be crushed. When the pharmacy filled it, it was a bottle of liquid ibuprofen with only 3 doses! ???
Sat, 9 Nov 2019
Hello,
Celebrex, Meloxicam and Ibuprofen are very similar drugs and belong to NSAIDs. This means that all work similarly and help with pain and inflammation.
I am sorry for the confusion with the pharmacy. You may use Ibuprofen instead of Celebrex and Meloxicam, just take it after food to help protect your stomach.
I hope this is helpful and answers your query.
I remain at your disposal in case further assistance is needed.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General and Family Physician
Celebrex, Meloxicam and Ibuprofen are very similar drugs and belong to NSAIDs. This means that all work similarly and help with pain and inflammation.
I am sorry for the confusion with the pharmacy. You may use Ibuprofen instead of Celebrex and Meloxicam, just take it after food to help protect your stomach.
I hope this is helpful and answers your query.
I remain at your disposal in case further assistance is needed.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General and Family Physician
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