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Drug Allergy

Abnormal immune system reaction to any over-the-counter, herbal, or prescription medicine is called drug allergy. Based on how severe the allergic reaction is, it can result in skin rashes, hives, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, and fever, or severe life-threatening complications like anaphylaxis.

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I am allergic to Celebrex and I have started experiencing the same side effects with Indomethacin and Misoprostol. Why?

Query: Hello doctor,I am allergic to Celebrex, as it causes me hypertension and chest pains when I take it. After undergoing hip surgery recently, my doctor prescribed Indomethacin and Misoprostol as substitutes for Celebrex. However, I have started experiencing the same side effects with these two drugs a...  Read Full »

Dr. Amrit Agarwal

Dr. Amrit Agarwal

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. I would like to inform you that Celebrex (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug) contains Celecoxib, whereas as you mentioned, you have been prescribed Indomethacin (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug) and Misoprostol (pPo...  Read Full »

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