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ROFECOXIB (Generic VIOX)

Possible uses of this medication
ROFECOXIB (Generic Vioxx) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) known as a COX-2 inhibitor used to relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis and to treat pain and menstrual discomfort.
How to take this medication
The usual dose of ROFECOXIB (Generic 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 ROFECOXIB (Generic 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 THIS MEDICINE 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 at once.

Side Effects
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking ROFECOXIB (Generic Vioxx) include weakness or nausea. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience itching or skin rash, swelling of the feet or ankles, unexpected weight gain, vomiting material that looks like coffee grounds, or blood in stool or vomit. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience swelling of hands, face, lips, eyes, throat, or tongue; difficulty swallowing or breathing; hoarseness; flu-like symptoms; sluggishness; yellowing of the skin or eyes; stomach pain; dark urine or pale stools; or unusual fatigue. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.