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Vioxx®
Arthritis affects over 37 million Americans, or approximately one in seven people. Interestingly, greater than 50 percent of these individuals are under the age of 65.
Finally there is relief for arthritic pain without all of the side effects.
Possible Uses of Vioxx :-
Vioxx is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) known as a COX-2 inhibitor used to relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis and to treat pain and menstrual discomfort.
How to take Vioxx :-
The usual dose of Vioxx for acute pain syndromes and menstrual cramps (primary dysmenorrhea) is 50 mg once daily for no longer than 5 days. The usual dose of Vioxx for treatment of osteoarthritis is 12.5 mg daily although some patients may benefit from 25 mg daily. The maximum daily dose should not exceed 25 mg. Vioxx may be taken on an empty stomach or with food. STORE Vioxx at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly-closed container, away from heat, moisture, and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF Vioxx and you are taking 1 dose daily, take the missed dose if you remember the same day. Skip the missed dose if you do
not remember until the next day. DO NOT take 2 doses at once.
Side Effects of Vioxx :-
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur
while taking Vioxx include weakness or nausea. If they
continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor.
CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you
experience itching or skin rash, swelling of the feet or
ankles, unexpected weight gain, vomiting material that
looks like coffee grounds, or blood in stool or vomit.
CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience
swelling of hands, face, lips, eyes, throat, or tongue;
difficulty swallowing or breathing; hoarseness; flu-like
symptoms; sluggishness; yellowing of the skin or eyes;
stomach pain; dark urine or pale stools; or unusual
fatigue. If you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Precautions for Vioxx :-
DO NOT TAKE VIOXX IF YOU HAVE
HAD A SEVERE ALLERGIC REACTION to aspirin or any
medicine containing aspirin or to a nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory drug (such as Feldene, Motrin,
Naprosyn, Clinoril). A severe reaction includes a severe
rash, hives, breathing difficulties, or dizziness.
If you have a question about whether you are allergic to Vioxx or if a certain medicine is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
IF YOU EXPERIENCE difficulty breathing; tightness of chest; swelling of eyelids, face, or lips; or if you develop a rash or hives, tell your doctor immediately. Do not take any more doses of Vioxx unless your doctor tells you to do so.
DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or take Vioxx for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using Vioxx .
ALCOHOL WARNING: If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor whether you should take Vioxx or other pain relievers/fever reducers.
Vioxx may cause stomach bleeding.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. Vioxx includes any medicines that contain ibuprofen, naproxen, or ketoprofen.
FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Vioxx during pregnancy.
IT IS UNKNOWN IF Vioxx IS EXCRETED in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking Vioxx.
Drug Interactions :-
Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take with and without a prescription.
Missed Dose :-
If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the amount used to catch up.
Notes :-
DO NOT SHARE Vioxx with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE Vioxx for other health conditions. KEEP Vioxx out of the reach of children. IF USING Vioxx FOR
AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
Storage :-
Store at room temperature away from sunlight. Keep Vioxx and all medications out of the reach of children.
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