Compare Celebrex vs. Indocin
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
Relieves pain and inflammation.
Celebrex (celecoxib) works well for treating pain, but is not a good option if you have heart problems.
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3.4/ 5 average rating with 550 reviewsforCelebrex
Treats pain and swelling.
Indocin (indomethacin) works well for mild to moderate pain and swelling, but it shouldn't be used long-term since it has some serious side effects.
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4.2/ 5 average rating with 26 reviewsforIndocin
Upsides
- Celebrex (celecoxib) effectively relieves pain and inflammation for many types of pain conditions including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, and menstrual cramps.
- Celebrex (celecoxib) causes less stomach problems compared to other NSAIDs like ibuprofen or naproxen.
- Celebrex (celecoxib) is available as a cheaper, generic form.
- Celebrex (celecoxib) has the lowest risk of heart attack compared to other NSAIDs.
- Effective option to relieve mild to moderate pain and swelling.
- Treats inflammation problems, such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and acute gout attacks.
- In studies, Indocin (indomethacin) was more effective than Tylenol for treating osteoarthritis pain.
- It works as well as Celebrex for treating an acute gout attacks.
- Available in capsules, long-acting capsules, suppositories, and as a suspension. All forms, except the suspension, are available as generic medications.
Downsides
- The longer you take Celebrex (celecoxib), the more likely you are to have stomach problems, including inflammation, ulcers, and bleeding.
- Celebrex (celecoxib) can affect your kidneys or cause permanent kidney damage if taken for a long time.
- Celebrex (celecoxib) shouldn't be used if you have an allergy to sulfa medications.
- Indocin (indomethacin) can cause serious heart and stomach problems. The risk goes up the longer you take it, but problems can happen at any time. Don't take Indocin (indomethacin) any longer than your doctor recommends.
- Indocin (indomethacin) raises your risk of bleeding, especially when taken with other blood-thinning medicines.
- There are similar medicines that you don't have to take as often and can work just as well.
- Not a good choice if you have kidney, liver, or stomach problems.
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- Extended release
- Liquid
- Suppository
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Reviews
550 reviews so far
57%
saidit'sworth it
38%
saiditworked well
14%
saidit'sa big hassle
Have you used Celebrex (celecoxib)?
Leave a review26 reviews so far
73%
saidit'sworth it
77%
saiditworked well
23%
saidit'sa big hassle
Have you used Indocin (indomethacin)?
Leave a reviewSide effects
16possible side effects
- Headache16%
- Indigestion9%
- Upper respiratory infection8%
- Diarrhea6%
- Sinus infection5%
- Stomach pain4%
- Nausea4%
- Back pain3%
- Injury3%
- Gas2%
- Swelling in the limbs2%
- Dizziness2%
- Difficulty sleeping2%
- Sore throat2%
- Stuffy nose2%
- Rash2%
15possible side effects
- Nausea33%
- Swelling after surgery22%
- Headache14%
- Dizziness14%
- Bleeding after surgery11%
- Vomiting10%
- Constipation5%
- Itchy skin3%
- Diarrhea3%
- Lightheadedness3%
- Indigestion2%
- Sleepiness2%
- Excessive sweating2%
- Lack of appetite2%
- Fainting2%
Risks and risk factors
- Heart attack and stroke
- Long-term use
- History of heart disease
- History of heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft/CABG)
- Stomach bleeding
- Age 65 or older
- History of GI bleed or peptic ulcer disease
- Longer duration of treatment
- Use of oral corticosteroids, aspirin, anticoagulants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
- Smoking
- Alcohol use
- Increased blood pressure
- History of high blood pressure
- Heart failure risk
- Heart failure
- Allergic reaction
- History of sulfa allergy
- Lowered kidney function
- History of kidney problems
- Dehydration
- Heart failure
- Liver problems
- Taking diuretic medications
- ACE inhibitors
- Angiotensin II receptor blockers
- Age 65 or older
- Heart attack or stroke
- History of heart disease
- High blood pressure
- Smoking
- Stomach bleeding
- History of stomach bleeding or ulcers
- Age 65 or older
- Harm to fetus (unborn baby)
- Women of childbearing age
- Serious allergic reactions
- Asthma
- Allergy to aspirin or other NSAIDs
- Worsening kidney or liver function
- Current kidney problems
- Current liver problems
- Bleeding or bruising
- Blood-thinning medicines
- Low blood platelet count