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Bextra Guide
- Summary
- Why it is Prescribed
- Important Warning
- Brand Names
- How it Works
- Other Information
- Other Uses
- Overdose
- Precautions
- Possible Side Effects
- Special Dietary Concerns
- Storage Conditions
Why it is Prescribed
Valdecoxib is used to relieve the pain, tenderness, inflammation (swelling), and stiffness caused by arthritis and to treat painful menstrual periods. Valdecoxib is in a class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications called COX-2 inhibitors. It works by stopping the body's production of a substance that causes pain and inflammation.
Important Warning
On April 7, 2005, Pfizer, Inc., announced that valdecoxib (Bextra) will no longer be available in the United States. This action is based on advice from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) about the potential for an increased risk of cardiovascular events (including heart attack and stroke) and serious skin reactions (e.g., toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme) in patients taking valdecoxib compared to patients taking other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Additionally, the FDA states that Bextra has not been shown to offer any unique advantages compared with ...
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Encyclopedia: Valdecoxib
Valdecoxib is a prescription drug used in the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and painful menstruation and menstrual symptoms. It is classified as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, or NSAID, and should not be taken by anyone allergic to these types of medications. Valdecoxib was manufactured and marketed under the brand name Bextra by G. D. Searle & Company. It was approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration on...
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Bextra (Valdecoxib) Drug Information: Uses, Side Effects, Drug ...
Learn about the prescription medication Bextra (Valdecoxib), drug uses, dosage, side effects, drug interactions, warnings, and patient labeling.
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Valdecoxib - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Since its registration, Bextra was prescribed for pain associated with arthritis , ... On April 7, 2005, Pfizer withdrew Bextra from the U.S. market on ...
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Hi ya'll, I still have a few Bextra's left and I have not called my Reumy yet, so what are you taking now that Bextra is off the market? Just wondering what everyone else is taking...
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Nov 17, 2004
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I was lucky I guess. I took Bextra one time, broke out in hives, and the doctor took me off it. I threw it all in the garbage. Good luck! I...
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Is it possible to purchase the drug Bextra at a Mexican pharmacy?
Bextra is no longer available in this country. I am aware of the health risks associated...
Bextra is no longer available in this country. I am aware of the health risks associated...
Have you tried India or Canada? There are some websites that spam your email that can really get you any drug you want. Whether it is illegal or not is...
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Protect Your Joints
Arthritis can render your joints very painful, especially in your hands. You can protect your hands from further damage by avoiding pushing, pulling, or twisting movements. There are additional things you can do to avoid further joint damage, such as increasing the size of toothbrush handles with foam. This slide show from the Mayo Clinic will guide you through more tips.
Hand Exercises for Arthritis
Do you have arthritis pain in your hands? This slide show from the Mayo Clinic will guide you through exercises which can be done daily, or several times a day, that will help to alleviate the pain of arthritis. Performing these movements with your hands submerged in warm water may provide even more relief.
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