Vioxx® News: Claims, Injuries, Lawsuits, and Judgment

On September 30, 2004, Merck & Co Inc. voluntarily pulled the drug Vioxx® from the shelves following the release of a study that linked it to a slew of dangerous side effects, ranging from hypertension and upper respiratory infection to Vioxx®-induced heart attack and stroke. An experienced lawyer in your area who excels in pharmaceutical litigation, namely Vioxx®, can advise you of the settlements and verdicts you may be able to obtain should you file a claim against Merck, the maker of Vioxx®.

FDA Reportedly Endangered Public with Vioxx®

In light of the Vioxx® recall, the FDA has been accused of having a "far too cozy" relationship with drug companies and of being "incapable of protecting America," according to Reuters news wire service.

Lawsuits Expected after Merck Voluntarily Pulls Vioxx® from the Market

Merck, maker of Vioxx®, pulled the drug from the market on September 30, 2004, after a three-year study validated claims that Vioxx® causes injuries and adverse side effects. Vioxx® has been linked to an increased risk of heart attack and sudden cardiac death. Lawsuits against Merck are pending.

Patients taking Vioxx® should use their best judgment and contact their primary care physicians to discuss alternatives.

FDA Reportedly Hushed Scientist Who Voiced Vioxx® Safety Concerns

According to CNN.com, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allegedly quieted one of its scientists, Dr. David J. Graham, when he voiced safety concerns about the drug Vioxx® several weeks before pharmaceutical giant Merck & Co Inc. pulled it from the market. Vioxx® was recalled amidst claims that it caused serious injuries, including heart attack and stroke.

Vioxx® Under Suspicion Long Before Recall

Newsday.com reported that while the recent three-year study of 1,300 Vioxx® users yielded enough frightening evidence to warrant a recall of the drug, Vioxx® was known for years to be dangerous, as it has been linked to numerous injuries.

Vioxx® Patients Seek Alternative

Millions of former patients are searching for a safe, effective alternative to the drug Vioxx®, which has been determined to cause injuries as well as substantially elevate the risk of heart attack and stroke in patients. Vioxx® class action and traditional lawsuits are already pending.

Millions May Sue Maker of Vioxx®, Merck CO & Inc

Former Vioxx® users in Michigan may be among the first patients to begin filing claims against pharmaceutical giant Merck Co & Inc., the maker of Vioxx®, but they certainly won't be the last.

Study Shows Vioxx® Does Not Cause Injuries to Gastrointestinal Tract

A clinical study concluded that Vioxx® does not cause injuries, such as stomach ulcers, as often as other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). NSAIDs are the most common and effective pain relievers used by arthritis sufferers. They can cause stomach ulcers by damaging the gastro-intestinal system, including the stomach and upper and lower intestine. However, Vioxx® lawsuits involving stomach ulcers and bleeding are still expected to emerge, as claims are plentiful. Many plaintiffs in such Vioxx® cases expect favorable judgment.

Original Clinical Study Shows Vioxx® Effective in Treatment of Osteoarthritis

In a clinical study performed in 1998, Vioxx® was shown to relieve joint pain in osteoarthritis patients. The study enrolled 3,900 patients for six to 86 weeks. In patients with osteoarthritis, pain, stiffness, and function improved. Vioxx® also alleviated post-operative pain. A key finding was that Vioxx® did not cause stomach ulcers as often as other pain relievers.

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