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These
are Valdecoxib alternatives, but always check with your doctor:
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Aspirin
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Tylonal
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Ibeprofin
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Remicade
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Ceoxx
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Celebrex
All
of these drugs with the exception of Aspirin and Tylonal have
been under scrutiny by the FDA.
The
chemical name for Bextra® is Valdecoxib and it is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
(NSAIDs), known as a COX-2 selective agent. It is
prescribed for inflammation and pain from arthritis or menstrual
cramping. Other drugs in this class include Celebrex® and
Vioxx®.
On
April 7, 2005 the FDA announced that it has asked Pfizer, Inc.
to withdraw Bextra from the market "because the overall
risk versus benefit profile for the drug is unfavorable."
Side
Effects for Bextra Valdecoxib Tablets include the following:
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Potential
for increased risk of cardiovascular events
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Gastrointestinal
bleeding
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Serious
skin reactions, some resulting in death.
| FDA
INFORMATION |
| To read the
FDA's announcement withdrawing
Bextra. |
| Click
here to read the FDA
questions and answers about strengthened warnings on Bextra®
boxes. |
| To
report any unexpected adverse or serious events associated
with the use of Bextra® contact the FDA MedWatch program
on the internet or at 1-800-FDA-1088 |
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