What is Vioxx?
Vioxx is a COX-2 selective nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).  Vioxx is also related to the nonselective NSAIDs , such as ibuprofen and naproxen. Vioxx is a prescription medicine used to relieve signs and symptoms of arthritis, acute pain in adults, and painful menstrual cycles.

What is the Danger?
On September 30, 2004, Merck & Co., Inc. announced a voluntary withdrawal of Vioxx (rofecoxib) from the U.S. and worldwide market due to safety concerns of an increased risk of cardiovascular events (including heart attack and stroke) in patients on Vioxx. 

How Can We Help?
If you have been injured by the drug Vioxx, then you may be entitled to compensation. The law firm of Kelley/Uustal is handling Vioxx cases.

What's New? 11-23-2004 Battling Vioxx withdrawal pains source: MSNBC.com 11-14-2004 Merck knew Vioxx was unsafe by 2000 - report source: MSNBC.com 11-10-2004 Drug recall hits Merck rating source: CNN.com 11-04-2004 Merck Faces Huge Fallout Over Vioxx Suits source: MSNBC.com

More Resources? FDA Press Release FDA Public Health Advisory: Safety of Vioxx Important Drug Warning FDA Required Black Box Warning FDA - Vioxx Questions and Answers About Vioxx - Patient Information