Does Celecoxib Interact With Propranolol?

ACE Inhibitors, Angiotensin Receptor Blockers, and Beta-Blockers Clinical Impact: NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors, ARBs, or beta-blockers (including propranolol).

Severity: Minor

Severity basis: drug interactions section. Combining Celecoxib (COX-2 selective NSAID) and Propranolol (Beta-blocker) is classified as a minor interaction.

What to Do

This is generally a minor interaction, but review it with your pharmacist to be sure it is safe for you.

From the FDA Label

ACE Inhibitors, Angiotensin Receptor Blockers, and Beta-Blockers Clinical Impact: NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors, ARBs, or beta-blockers (including propranolol).

Source: FDA structured product labeling (set_id 00e67d5e-df6f-4dfd-8c2d-a001c8a99af0).

Celecoxib

COX-2 selective NSAID

Brands: Celebrex

View Celecoxib safety profile

Propranolol

Beta-blocker

Brands: Inderal

View Propranolol safety profile

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This information is educational — not medical advice.

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