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Results

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Celecoxib and diclofenac were similar in their control of joint pain and inflammation.

Gastroduodenal ulcers were detected in:

  • 15% of patients taking diclofenac
  • 4% of patients taking celecoxib
  • p<0.001

The rate of withdrawal for gastrointestinal-related adverse events was:

  • 16% of patients taking diclofenac
  • 6% of patients taking celecoxib
  • p<0.001

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