COX-2 Inhibitor - Adverse Effects

Adverse Effects

On September 27, 2004 Vioxx (Rofecoxib) was withdrawn voluntarily from the market, due to an increased risk of myocardial infarction and stroke. At present it is unclear whether this adverse drug reaction pertains also to other drugs of this group or is specific for rofecoxib.

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