In the proposed class action, brought on behalf of an estimated 2.4 million Californians—out of about 20 million Vioxx users nationwide—the plaintiffs did not seek damages for any adverse health effects, but sought reimbursement for the difference between what they paid for Vioxx and what they would have paid for less costly but safer medications.
Removal of Bextra and Vioxx from stores raises questions about other painkillers
Over the counter painkillers like Motrin and Advil have long been considered harmless when taken in the recommended doses. The safety of these painkillers, though, has been called into question by the removal of Bextra and Vioxx, two newer painkillers recently pulled from store shelves due to safety
Widow in Vioxx Trial Tells of Regret
Pfizer Stops Arthritis Drug Bextra Sales
Merck & Co.'s (MRK.N: Quote, Profile, Research) Vioxx, which was withdrawn last year due to increased Bextra, Celebrex and Vioxx are selective NSAIDs designed to reduce the risk
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