What is Bextra used for?
In a classification with drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), Bextra (valdecoxib) helps to relieve materials in the body that cause swelling, ache, and high temperature. It also helps with osteoarthritis and adult rheumatoid arthritis; lessening the soreness, tenderness, and rigidness. Valdecoxib can treat throbbing menstruation as well. Back to top
Who should not use Bextra?
You should not take Bextra if you:
had asthma, rash or allergic results after using aspirin or any type of NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) or COX -2 inhibitors. Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), naproxen (Naprosyn, Aleve), diclofenac (Voltaren, Cataflam), nabumetone (Relafen), ketoprofen (Orudis), celecoxib (Celebrex), and rofecoxib (Vioxx) are a few examples of NSAIDs. To see if you are allergic to valdecoxib (Bextra) or to any of the ingredients in Bextra, you should ask your doctor or pharmacist for a full list of these medications.
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What do I tell my health care provider?
If you experience any of the following, you should let your health care provider know if you:
- have problems with your hear or have high blood pressure
- have trouble with your kidney or liver
- have or had stomach bleeding or stomach ulcers
- asthma
- are sensitive to NSAID medicines such as aspirin
- are planning to be pregnant or are pregnant
- are breast-feeding
Let your health care provider know all medication that you are using, this includes prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal enhancements. If you using the medications listed below then your health care provider possibly will need to change your dosage or observe you closer:
- ACE inhibitors which are particular blood pressure medicines
- furosemide (Lasix)
- aspirin
- fluconazole or ketoconazole
- warfarin (coumadin)
- lithium
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What are a few likely side effects of Bextra?
A few of the more severe, likely side effects of Bextra may be:
- Abdominal ache, tenderness, or soreness
- Bloody vomit
- Bloody, black, or tarry stools
- Abnormal tiredness or exhaustion
- Skin or eyes turning yellow
- Abnor bleeding or mal bruising
Pfizer announced that they are bringing their Bextra warning labels up to current; warning consumers about Stevens-Johnson syndrome , a rare but serious skin reaction that can occur mainly within the first two weeks of therapy.
Not so severe, but occasionally life threatening side effects may be:
- Heartburn or upset stomach
- Stomach tenderness
- Nausea
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Severe ulcers and stomach bleeding have rarely happened with patients using Bextra.
Contact Robert J Fenstersheib & Associates right away for a free legal evaluation if you any of the above listed side effects have occurred and you are uisng Bextra. Because drug litigation can be very intricate, it's in your best interest to find the counsel of a personal injury attorney with knowledge in this field of law. With substantial experience in defective product litigation, including medical and pharmaceutical product cases, Robert J Fenstersheib & Associates will give you tailored skilled legal representation.
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How can an arthritis drug increase the chances of a stroke and heart attack?
A few studies have indicated that Bextra , Vioxx , Celebrex , and other COX -2 inhibitors are known to raise blood pressure and increase the risk of heart attack, however scientists say they are not sure. For example, drugs like Vioxx and Pfizer's Bextra & Celebrex inhibit Cox-2, which is an enzyme that activates pain and swelling.
Pfizer also said it is updating its label on Bextra to reinforce a warning about a rare but serious skin reaction that happens mainly within the first two weeks of therapy, Stevens-Johnson syndrome.
Furthermore, Vioxxhas been linked with some other life-threatening side effects, such as blood clots, angina and nonbacterial meningitis, severe intestinal damage, ulcerations and bleeding, and kidney damage.
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What is an alternative to taking Bextra?
Alternatives for Bextra, Vioxx and Celebrex are ibuprofen, naproxen or just aspirin.
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If I'm presently taking Bextra - what do I do?
You should talk with your doctor about stopping the use of Bextra and other substitute medications. Contact a lawyer to evaluate your case if you have had any side effects. Your medical concerns take priority and we understand that, however you should not disregard your legal right to reimbursement.
Your state's law may limit your time to file a legal claim. You need to have your personal injury claim evaluated immediately so that your rights are protected.
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What do I do if I am a victim of a prescription drugs / pharmaceutical negligence?
You should not go through the hard time of going through pain and distress and brutal financial hardships alone. Your doctor's errors or carelessness should not be paid for by you.
If you or a family member used Bextra and are living with the consequences of the effects then it is imperative to find a skilled lawyer who can protect your rights and get you the compensation to which you are allowed.
With a successful track record representing your rights against drug manufacturers, our Bextra Lawyersare obtainable to talk about your probable claim and answer any questions you may have. For a Free Case Evaluation call: 1 800 LAW MAN 8
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