What
is Vioxx?
Merck & Co., Inc. announced a voluntary withdrawal of Vioxx (rofecoxib) from the U.S. and worldwide market due to safety concerns of an increased risk of cardiovascular events (including blood clots, heart attack and stroke) in patients on Vioxx. Vioxx is a prescription COX-2 selective, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that was approved by FDA in May 1999 for the relief of the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis, for the management of acute pain in adults, and for the treatment of menstrual symptoms. Vioxx was later approved for the relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis in adults and children....
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Vioxx Recall and Side Effects
Vioxx may cause many different side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: upset stomach, stomach pain, weakness. Some side effects can be even more serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor immediately: black and tarry stools, red blood in stools, bloody vomit, vomiting material that looks like coffee grounds, excessive tiredness, unusual bleeding or bruising, itching, lack of energy, loss of appetite, pain in the upper right part of the stomach, yellowing of the skin or eyes, flu-like symptoms, rash, pale skin, unexplained weight gain, swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs, chest pain...
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Vioxx
Lawyer
With new recent Vioxx recall, there has been a huge boom in the number of lawyers and firms that are able to deal with lawsuits that are filed by people injured by the use of Vioxx. Because many of the side effects can be severe, irresponsible manufacturers are now being sued for millions in compensation by their victims. And there are many Vioxx lawyers just waiting to take up your Vioxx lawsuit. But a common query posed by people injured by Vioxx is how to find a good Vioxx lawyer and what to expect...
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Vioxx
Legal Options
There are no hard and fast rules with regards to the direction which your Vioxx lawsuit might take, how quickly your case may be settled or how much you may get in compensation. Lawyers must assess each case on its own merits, and the course of action can be determined by any number of factors. However, there are some general guidelines available that could help you learn more about your legal options, and which should be discussed in greater detail with a Vioxx lawyer or specialist...
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Vioxx
FAQ's
What action has Merck taken?
What is Vioxx?
Did FDA require this action?
What should I do if I am currently taking Vioxx?
What are the likely long-term health effects, if any, of taking this product?
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