Re: Vioxx??? Dr. R. ??

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Hi,

> Dr. R.

> Can you please let me know if it is ok to take vioxx as a post op. I

> am 9 weeks post and I am taking 25mgs a day because of severe heel

> spurs. Should I discontinue the Vioxx? My PCP has said I can only

> stay on it a very short time!! I will follow your advice!

> Thanks, Marie

> 6/2/00

Bad news...

Everything in the world has risks...

Special Warnings with Vioxx:

Serious problems from stomach ulcers, such as bleeding, are well-known

complications in people treated with NSAIDs. Similar problems have occurred

in people treated with Vioxx, although very rarely. The likelihood of

stomach problems increases the longer you take drugs like Vioxx. However,

even short-term treatment is not without risk. These problems can happen

without any warning, but in some people may cause symptoms such as gnawing

or burning stomach pain, black or tarry stools, or vomiting. If this

happens, stop taking Vioxx and call your health care provider right away.

Check with your health care provider. Vioxx may not be right for you, if

you:

a.. have had ulcers or stomach bleeding

b.. have had asthma, hives, or allergic-type reactions after taking

aspirin or other NSAIDs

c.. have severe kidney problems

d.. have severe liver problems

e.. are pregnant

Check out:

http://pharminfo.com/drugfaq/vioxx_faq.html

for more info.

RR

Rutledge, M.D., F.A.C.S.

The Center for Laparoscopic Obesity Surgery

4301 Ben lin Blvd.

Durham, N.C. 27704

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