Vioxx FAQs

• Q: Did The Food And Drug Administration (Fda) Require The Removal Of Vioxx?
  A: No. Merck made this decision independent of input from the FDA. The FDA agrees with the company that there appears to be significant safety concerns for patients, … More
• Q: What Action Did The Fda Take?
  A: The FDA issued a public health advisory concerning the use of Vioxx. This advisory is based on Merck voluntarily withdrawing Vioxx from the market due to safety concerns.
• Q: What Did The Fda Know About The Risk Of Heart Attack And Stroke When It Approved Vioxx?
  A: The FDA originally approved Vioxx in May 1999. The original safety data included approximately 5,000 patients taking Vioxx and did not show an increased risk of heart … More
• Q: What Other Drugs Are Similar To Vioxx?
  A: Vioxx is related to the non­selective (traditional) NSAIDs aspirin, Ibuprofen, Nabumetone, Naproxen, Ketoprofen and other traditional NSAIDs. Celebrex (celecoxib) … More