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Vioxx® Drug

The Vioxx® drug was designed to help patients who have been diagnosed with arthritis. Both the Celebrex and Vioxx® drugs are classified as COX-2 inhibitors, which became available in the late 1990s. Originally, Vioxx® drug reports seemed promising, since the potential for gastrointestinal side effects were lower than anti-inflammatory drugs. Vioxx® drug was heavily marketed as a miracle drug to treat arthritis pain, but recent research indicates Vioxx® drug patients may experience serious, even life threatening side effects while seeking pain relief.

Vioxx® drug studies now show higher risk for heart problems and the same risk for kidney problems in Vioxx® drug patients as in those taking aspirin or ibuprofen. Doctors have also linked the use of Vioxx® drugs to 12 cases of nonbacterial meningitis (inflammation of the membrane covering the brain). Although Vioxx® drug research almost always pertains specifically to patients who have used the Vioxx® drug, experts believe that the same risks are associated with other COX-2 inhibitors, including Celebrex.

Vioxx® drug use can lead to severe stomach complications, especially in patients who had ulcers before using Vioxx® drugs. Individuals who have had asthma, hives, or other allergic reactions to aspirin should not take Vioxx® drugs without first consulting a physician. Other persons considered at higher risk for Vioxx® drug side effects include persons with severe kidney or liver problems, and pregnant women.

Common Vioxx® drug side effects include upper respiratory tract infection, diarrhea, nausea, heartburn and high blood pressure. Vioxx® drugs have had FDA approval since May of 1999. Doctors and former users of Vioxx® drugs are reporting information to the FDA that indicates the severe risks associated with Vioxx® drugs. If you or a loved one is currently taking either a Celebrex or Vioxx® drug, you may wish to consult a physician. If you suspect that you may have suffered Vioxx® drug-related side effects, an attorney may be able to help you determine your best course of action.

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More Vioxx® Resources

MedLine Plus Drug Information - Guide to prescription and over-the-counter medications provided by the United States Pharmacopeia.

Vioxx.com - Official Vioxx Roxecofib site from Merck.

Vioxx Drug Warnings - Vioxx side effects information including lawsuit information and vioxx warnings.