April 9, 2009 by 4andsic
Generic Name: Rofecoxib
Strength: 25 mg
Manufacturer: Merck
Trade Name: Vioxx
Type: NSAID
Class: RX (Discontinued)
Size (mm): 8 (diameter)
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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.
