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Vioxx InformationVioxx was FDA approved as a pain relief drug for arthritis. Vioxx manufacturer, Merck, has found itself in the middle of lawsuits for the life threatening side effects that have occurred such as heart attacks, strokes, blood clots, and even death. Vioxx has used marketing strategies to try to differentiate themselves from other NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug such as aspirin or ibuprofen), emphasizing small differences until the advantages became extensive and the flaws appeared minimal. But as it turns out, Vioxx avoids previous gastrointestinal problems but causes severe cardiovascular side effects. Arthritis affects 40 million people in the U.S. with millions of these people relying on medications like Vioxx for relief. Vioxx information on common side effects (such as upset stomach) was available to the public and doctors, but there was no Vioxx information indicating the serious potential problems such as cardiac arrest or stroke. At the time of approval, Vioxx information indicated that the drug had lower risks for causing gastrointestinal bleeding; based on this Vioxx information, the drug was embraced as a breakthrough for arthritis sufferers. Researchers have since released Vioxx information indicating the chances for heart attack was four times greater than with older arthritis pain relievers. Vioxx information also links the drug to angina pectoris, stroke, and clotting. In addition, some startling Vioxx information was reported in 2002, when an FDA report linked several instances of nonbacterial meningitis with Vioxx, information that could prove the life-threatening potential of the drug. If you or a love one has taken Vioxx and experienced serious side effects such as heart attack, stroke, or even death, please contact our service today in order to get in touch with experienced Vioxx attorneys that can help you with your case. |
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