Baltimore Vioxx Attorney
There has been a lot of problems ever since the drug called Vioxx also known as Cox-2, was introduced in to the United States market of pharmaceuticals in 1999. Since its induction, the drug has since been recalled because of the complications that the drug has caused such as Heart attacks, heart complications and strokes. Vioxx was originally intended to be used as a pain reducer to people who suffer from osteoarthritis and acute pain. Due to the serious side effects of taking the drug, there are quite a few lawsuits happening from those who suffered from these side effects. Some of the side effects to taking Vioxx include: Increased blood clots, causing strokes Increased chances of having heart attacks Stomach problems like stomach and intestinal bleeding Allergic reactions such as, swelling of face, lips, tongue, and/or throat which can result in difficulty breathing or swallowing. Kidney problems do not occur often but they do include: acute kidney failure and worsening of chronic kidney failure if you are already a sufferer. Liver problems can also occur rarely in some people who are taking NSAIDs. Some of the more common and non deadly side effects that are currently associated with vioxx may include the following: Upper/lower respiratory infection and/or inflammation Headache Dizziness Diarrhea Nausea and/or vomiting