Rofecoxib (Vioxx) is an anti-inflammatory and analgesic medication from Merck Sharp & Dohme.
Indications
Pain relief, osteoarthritis, primary dysmenorrhea.
Contraindications
To people allergic to any component of the drug.
Side effects
Increases the risk of heart attack, abdominal pain, fatigue, dizziness, flu-like condition, lower limb edema, upper respiratory tract infection, hypertension, diarrhea, dyspepsia, epigastric discomfort, heartburn, nausea, sinusitis, low back pain, headache, bronchitis, urinary tract infection, alveolitis after tooth extraction, most commonly are constipation, fever and nausea.
How to use
According to medical guidelines.
