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Rofecoxib - Vioxx MRK 114

Rofecoxib - Vioxx MRK 114

Generic Name: Rofecoxib
Strength: 50 mg
Manufacturer: Merck
Trade Name: Vioxx
Type: NSAID
Class: RX (Discontinued)
Size (mm): 9 (diameter)
Comment: Image courtesy of 4andsic

Merck announced a voluntary worldwide withdrawal of Vioxx on September 30, 2004.  Studies showed that Vioxx may cause an increased risk in cardiovascular events such as heart attack and strokes with chronic use.

 

Rofecoxib - Vioxx MRK 110

Rofecoxib - Vioxx MRK 110

Generic Name: Rofecoxib
Strength: 25 mg
Manufacturer: Merck
Trade Name: Vioxx
Type: NSAID
Class: RX (Discontinued)
Size (mm): 8 (diameter)
Comment: Image courtesy of 4andsic

Merck announced a voluntary worldwide withdrawal of Vioxx on September 30, 2004.  Studies showed that Vioxx may cause an increased risk in cardiovascular events such as heart attack and strokes with chronic use.

 

 

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