Generic Vioxx
Drug name: Vioxx
Active Ingredients: RofecoxibTherapeutic actions:
Vioxx contains the active ingredient Rofecoxib which belongs to a group of medicines called NSAID's Vioxx works by inhibiting the enzyme called COX type 2. This enzyme is responsible for the production and synthesis of inflammatory mediators called prostoglandins. By inhibiting this enzyme Vioxx helps to relieve pain and inflammation.Indications:
Vioxx is used in the treatment of arthritis symptoms including acute and chronic osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis Vioxx can also be indicated in primary dysmenorrheaContraindications and cautions:
Vioxx should not be taken in the following conditions:- Prolonged use
- Hypersensitivity to any of the medication ingredients
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Heart attacks and strokes in anamnesis
- Cardiovascular diseases
- Liver and kidney dysfunction
- Diseases of the digestive system
- Asthma
- Oncological patients
- Dehydration
- Diabetes
- Patients with elderly age
- Children and adolescents under 12 years of age
Make sure to consult your health care provide if you:
- have a history or blood clots, strokes, heart attacks and other cardiovascular complications
- abuse alcohol
- smoke frequently
Adverse effects: There are possible side effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Vioxx will experience it or any other. Generic Vioxx may cause the following side effects:
- Cardiovascular system: arterial hypertension, heart failure, disorders of the brain and coronary circulation
- Allergic reactions: angioedema, itching, skin rash, edema of the lower extremities
- CNS: drowsiness, dizziness and impaired memory
- Gastrointestinal system: heartburn, dyspepsia, nausea, stomatitis, increased activity of liver's enzymes, stomach bleedings, liver dysfunction
- Other: changes in amount of urine, weight gain.
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer.
For more information about any other possible risks associated with Vioxx, please read the information provided with Vioxx or consult your doctor or pharmacist.Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with Vioxx. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe. Vioxx should not be taken in combination with:
- ACE inhibitors
- Other NSAID's
- Corticosteroids
- Antibiotics
- Xantines
