Vioxx
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Vioxx is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (Anti-Inflammatory Drugs">NSAID). Known as a COX-2 inhibitor, it is used to relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis, treat pain and menstrual discomfort.
How To Take Vioxx and Vioxx Dosage and Administration
The usual dose of Vioxx for acute pain syndromes and menstrual cramps (primary dysmenorrhea) is 50 mg once daily for no longer than 5 days. The usual dose of Vioxx for treatment of osteoarthritis is 12.5 mg daily although some patients may benefit from 25 mg daily. The maximum daily dose should not exceed 25 mg. This medicine may be taken on an empty stomach or with food. Store this medicine at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly-closed container, away from heat, moisture, and light.
If You Miss a Dose of Vioxx
If you miss a dose of Vioxx and you are taking 1 dose daily, take the missed dose if you remember the same day. Skip the missed dose if you do not remember until the next day. Do not take 2 doses ("double-up") at once to catch up.
Vioxx Side Effects
Vioxx Precautions and Contraindications
If you have severe allergic reactions to aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, Feldene, Motrin, Naprosyn, or Clinori do not take Vioxx. Severe reactions include: a severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, or dizziness. If you have a question about whether you are allergic to this medicine or if a certain medicine is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, contact your doctor or pharmacist. If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor whether you should take this medicine or other pain relievers/fever reducers. This medicine may cause stomach bleeding. For women planning pregnancy or breast-feeding, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine.
Vioxx Drug Interactions
Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take with and without a prescription.
Storing Vioxx
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and heat. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.
Additional Notes
Do not share this medication with others for whom it was not prescribed or use for other health conditions.
Vioxx Pill Identification / ID and Appearance
Vioxx comes as three strengths of tablets:
- 12.5 mg tablet - cream/off-white, round tablet with VIOXX marked on one side and MSD 74 on the other and comes in boxes of 30 tablets.
- 25 mg tablet - yellow, round tablet with VIOXX marked on one side and MSD 110 on the other and comes in boxes of 10 and 30 tablets.
- 50 mg tablet - orange, round tablet with VIOXX marked on one side and MSD 114 on the other and comes in boxes of 10 tablets.
