VIOXX
DESCRIPTION AND USES
Vioxx
and Celebrex were approved in the late 90s and quickly
surged to the top of drug sales charts as the most advanced
pain medications. The new drugs, which can be taken just
once in a 24-hour period, were considered to provide better
treatment with fewer side effects than traditional painkillers.
Vioxx
is administered orally, and its active ingredient, rofecoxib,
has been shown to help patients suffering from Osteoarthritis,
rheumatoid arthritis, post-dental surgery pain and primary
dysmenorrhea.
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative
joint disease, and the most common type of arthritis seen
in patients today. Symptoms include morning stiffness,
trouble with a few joints and tenderness.
Treatments for Osteoarthritis
include rehabilitation, exercise, education for coping,
acetaminophen and other painkilling drugs. For
a complete overview of Osteoarthritis, see our Online
Resources.
Rheumatoid
Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is
a chronic condition involving joint inflammation and possible
degeneration. Symptoms include tenderness in the joints—particularly
in the hands, feet, wrists, elbows and ankles. Stiffness
in the morning and afternoon fatigue may come with the
early stages of the syndrome. Deformities, cysts and carpal
tunnel-like symptoms are other signs of rheumatoid arthritis.
Treatments for rheumatoid
arthritis include rest and nutrition, exercise, physiotherapy,
anti-inflammatory drugs and the application of gold compounds
among other therapies. In some cases, surgery is necessary.
For a complete overview of rheumatoid arthritis, see our
Online Resources.
Primary
Dysmenorrhea
Primary dysmenorrhea is
pain with ovulation when lesions are not present. The
discomfort may be the result of abnormally induced uterine
contractions. Symptoms include lower abdominal pain, aches
in the lower back or legs, expelling of clots or similar
matter, headache, nausea, constipation, diarrhea, urinary
tract infection and typically premenstrual syndrome symptoms.
Treatments for primary
dysmenorrhea include ibuprofen and similar painkillers,
low-dose estrogen supplements, rest and exercise. For
a complete overview of primary dysmenorrhea, see our Online
Resources.
Effectiveness
of Vioxx
Vioxx has reduced joint
swelling and tenderness in Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid
arthritis patients. It has also been shown to reduce pain
after dental surgery and for those suffering from primary
dymenorrhea.
Although
Vioxx has been called a wonder drug for the above stated
reasons, serious Warnings and Side Effects and Lawsuits
and Claims exist.
If you or a loved one
has experienced side effects such as a heart attack or
other cardiovascular event after taking Vioxx, you may
have a claim against Merck. Kline & Specter, P.C.,
with more than 30 experienced attorneys (four of them
also highly regarded doctors), is one of the nation's
leading law firms with the ability to litigate Vioxx lawsuits.
Unlike some lawyers who may take cases and refer them
to other firms to take to trial, Kline & Specter has
the skill, experience and ability to achieve the right
result for you and your family.
For a free evaluation
of your Vioxx claim contact
our experienced Vioxx heart attack attorneys
today. We will evaluate your Vioxx heart attack or stroke
lawsuit and help you get the settlement you deserve.
888-VIOXX-CLAIM
(888-846-9925)
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