Suresh Nambiar Suresh Nambiar Asked 7 months ago

Can celebrex cause weight loss?

My doctor prescribed Celebrex for my knee pain a few months ago, and since then, I've actually dropped a couple of kilos without trying. I'm not complaining, but I'm wondering if the medicine might be causing this unexpected weight loss. Is this a known side effect?

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Anirudh Bose Anirudh Bose Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago
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According to clinical studies, weight loss is not a common side effect of Celebrex, though it can sometimes cause nausea or loss of appetite which might lead to minor weight changes. My rheumatologist explained that fluid retention is actually more common, so if you are losing weight rapidly, it's best to investigate other causes with your physician.

Shreya Ghoshal Shreya Ghoshal Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

Managing PCOS makes me very cautious about any weight changes. I have read that Celebrex doesn't directly cause weight loss, but the stomach discomfort or nausea it sometimes causes can reduce food intake. Please monitor your symptoms carefully and speak to your doctor if the weight drop is sudden.

Ramu Prasad Ramu Prasad Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Hamare yahan doctor hamesha kehte hain ki bina poochhe koi dawai ka asar mat maano. If your weight is dropping after taking this pain medicine, it might be because of weak appetite or some other reason. Please go and show it to your doctor once.

Harish Rawat Harish Rawat Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

In my years of managing arthritis, I have taken several pain killers. Sometimes they cause a bit of indigestion which might temporarily lower your weight. There is no need to panic, but do mention it to your specialist in your next checkup so they can adjust the dosage.

Sarla Behn Sarla Behn Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

Keep your mind positive and do not stress about these physical changes. Sometimes our body is just adjusting to the medicine. Take proper rest, eat nourishing food, and let your doctor guide you on the medical details. God bless.

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Vikram Rathore Vikram Rathore Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

I logged my daily food and weight on my fitness app while I was on this medication, and I didn't see any direct link to weight loss. If you are experiencing a drop, it could be due to changes in active levels or minor stomach issues. Keep a track of your daily calories and share the logs with your doctor.

Sanjay Gokhale Sanjay Gokhale Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

Unexplained weight loss while taking any strong prescription medication is something that should always be evaluated. It might be a minor digestive reaction or something that needs attention. Please schedule an appointment with your doctor to be absolutely safe.

Sita Lakshmi Sita Lakshmi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

If this medicine is making you lose weight, it might be affecting your digestion or appetite. Try to eat light, nutrient-dense home-cooked meals like dal-khichdi to ensure you aren't getting weak. Please don't ignore unexplained weight loss and get a checkup.

Rajesh Nair Rajesh Nair Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Please be very careful with this. I had severe stomach acidity and ulcers when taking NSAIDs, which completely ruined my appetite and caused sudden weight loss. If you are losing weight, it could be a sign of internal stomach irritation. Please consult your physician immediately.

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Nisha Roy Nisha Roy Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

I completely understand how worrying it is to see unexpected changes in your weight while on new meds; it used to drive my anxiety crazy. But please try to stay calm. Sometimes minor stomach irritation reduces how much we eat. Just have a quiet chat with your doctor to put your mind at ease.

Aman Preet Aman Preet Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I was actually just searching about Celebrex side effects because my uncle is starting it soon for his joint pain. I read online that weight gain from water retention is actually more common than weight loss. Has anyone else actually lost weight on this?

Kiran Deshpande Kiran Deshpande Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Our bodies sometimes react strangely to strong pain medications. When I was taking it, my appetite dropped, and I felt thoda weak, so I started doing gentle pranayama to help balance my digestion. Do check with your doctor if the weight loss continues.

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