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Can i take ibuprofen with celebrex (celecoxib)?
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NO!: Both drugs are anti-inflammatories and combining anti-inflammatories can lead to serious health consequences like kidney or liver failure.
Answered 4/8/2018
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See below: I would not. You should stick with tylenol (acetaminophen).
Answered 12/30/2020
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