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Is arcoxia 120mg for arthritis pain is safe during first trimester? been taking it every 3rd day im 7 weeks pregnant now. any other safe med to take?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Not recommended: This drug is FDA category C meaning that it is only used if the benefits outweigh the risks. That is a decision that must be made individually between you and your doctor based the severity of the underlying disease.

Answered 2/24/2018

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