VIOXX

If you (or a loved one) have been sickened or killed due to taking the prescription drug, Vioxx, the Texas pharmaceutical products lawyers at the law firm of Bailey & Galyen can assist you in pursuing a claim for damages relative to your loss. We are Board Certified Personal Injury Attorneys specializing in pharmaceutical products.  Vioxx, an anti-inflammatory drug used to treat osteoarthritis and acute pain conditions,has been linked to numerous cardiovascular difficulties and deaths, prompting its removal from the market in September 2004. Despite the recall, users experienced heart attacks and strokes because of prolonged use of Vioxx. If you (or a loved one) have suffered as the result of taking Vioxx, contact Bailey & Galyen for a free, initial consultation. And, there are no legal fees unless damages are recovered on your behalf.  Some of our results can be seen here.

The following is general information on Vioxx and its dangers, and should help to answer some of your questions concerning products liability or wrongful death claims.

Vioxx - An Overview

In May 1999, the US Food and Drug Administration approved the drug Vioxx (generic name, rofecoxib) for the treatment of osteoarthritis, menstrual pain and the management of acute pain in adults. Vioxx is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which reduces inflammation and relieves pain. Vioxx does not actually cure arthritis or other diseases that cause acute pain, but helps to alleviate their symptoms. In September 2004, Merck & Co., Inc. (Merck), the manufacturer of Vioxx, voluntarily withdrew Vioxx from the market citing an increased risk of cardiovascular problems, including heart attack and stroke, in individuals who took the drug. If you took Vioxx and experienced adverse side effects, talk to your doctor as soon as possible. In addition, contact an attorney who has experience with product liability litigation.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Vioxx

Q: What is Vioxx?

A: Vioxx is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which reduces inflammation and relieves pain. NSAIDs work by inhibiting an enzyme called cyclooxygenase (COX). Vioxx, along with the drugs Celebrex and Bextra, is a COX-2 inhibitor.

Q: Is Vioxx still available in the United States?

A: No. Merck & Co., Inc. (Merck), the manufacturer of Vioxx, voluntarily withdrew the drug from the market in the United States and worldwide on September 30, 2004.

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