Drug details

Vioxx (rofecoxib)

type of NSAIDs

Vioxx (rofecoxib) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to reduce pain, inflammation, and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and certain forms of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis; to manage acute pain in adults; to treat migraines; and to treat menstrual pain. The brand name Vioxx was withdrawn from the U.S. market in 2004 and is no longer available. Generic versions may be available.

The drug is often used to treat Arthritis .

This drug may have the following side effects:

• nausea,
• headache,
• dizziness,
• indigestion,
• diarrhea,
• back pain,
• abdominal pain,
• heartburn,
• sinus infection,
• high blood pressure,
• flu-like symptoms,
• urinary tract infection.
• upper respiratory infection,
• mild fatigue or weakness,
• swelling of lower extremities,
• bronchitis, and

The following drugs are related to Vioxx, either as a replacement or used together:

• Bextra (valdecoxib)
• Celebrex (celecoxib)
• Mobic (meloxicam)

The following supplements are related to Vioxx, and may be used together with the drug:

• Fish Oil (s.)
• Bovine Cartilage (s.)
• Same (s.)
• Beta-Carotene (s.)
• Capsicum (s.)
• Cat's Claw (s.)
• Superoxide Dismutase (s.)
• Vitamin E (s.)
• Avocado (s.)
• Soybean Oil (s.)
• Bromelain (s.)
• Camphor (s.)
• Cetylated Fatty Acids (s.)
• Chondroitin Sulfate (s.)
• Devil's Claw (s.)
• Glucosamine Sulfate (s.)
• Hyaluronic Acid (s.)
• Rutin (s.)
• Trypsin (s.)
• Willow Bark (s.)