The COX-2 Inhibitor Celebrex is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that has received notoriety lately for serious side effects in patients. The drug was originally was applauded for its ability to lessen painful inflammation without the stomach upset and other problems caused by older relievers such as aspirin before evidence of other negative effects emerged.

Celebrex and similar drugs such as Bextra and Vioxx were reported to have a number of significant side effects, and while the other two medications were removed from the American marketplace, Celebrex remains available. Unfortunately the consequences of its use can be severe, and include heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots.

In fact, New Zealand research indicates that Celebrex users have nearly twice as much risk of suffering from heart attacks or other dangerous cardiovascular problems. The millions of users who depend on Celebrex to alleviate their pain deserve to know the truth about the severity of risks that the drug poses.

If you or a loved one takes Celebrex or has used it in the past, only to suffer from grave side effects like heart conditions and blood clots, an experienced defective drug attorney can help you get the answers that you deserve. Don't allow restrictive statutes of limitations to expire before you are compensated for your physical and emotional turmoil. Let a compassionate Celebrex attorney help you today.