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Facts and one persons opinion on Vioxx |
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What is VIOXX? A. A prescription nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). B. The most recent prescription drug that will allow billions to be made by VIOXX trial lawyers.
Who makes VIOXX? A. A company named Merck and Company, Inc. B. A company being punished for acting responsibly within the framework of FDA regulations.
What is VIOXX used for? A. VIOXX is used in adults for: pain relief and inflammation of osteoarthritis; pain relief and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis; short-term pain management; menstrual pain treatment; migraine headache treatment. It is used in children and adolescents, 2 years of age and older who weigh at least 22 lbs. to help relieve the signs and symptoms of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
B. PAIN
Why are there VIOXX lawsuits? A. Studies have indicated that Vioxx could significantly increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes. B. Because litigation is a lucrative industry. There is no drug in use today that does not carry a risk for some people. There are even risks of serious complications from aspirin and ibuprofen, including bleeding ulcers. What are the side effects of VIOXX? A. To name but a few: stomach problems, allergic reactions, heart attacks and other cardiovascular events, kidney problems, liver problems, headaches, dizziness, diarrhea, nausea, high blood pressure, fatigue. B. The same side effects you might have if you eat a lot of junk food, drink too much alcohol and smoke too many cigarettes.
On a serious note: VIOXX is a prescription painkiller folks! It doesn't take a genius to figure out that taking prescription drugs is serious business. If the pain warrants taking a prescription painkiller, then precautions should be taken to ensure that it is being taken under the safest possible conditions. Doctors need to be aware of existing medical problems and other medications being taken. Most prescription painkillers have side effects if used too long. Even over-the-counter medicines have side effects if used too long. There are two sides to every story. If someone has been truly harmed solely as a result of taking VIOXX, and not because of other conditions that may have instigated the condition, then they need to be compensated. Unfortunately, before that can be proven, VIOXX lawyers will be reaping their fortune off of other's misfortune.
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