After Vioxx and Bextra have made news about their adverse side effects and
their cause of cardiovascular problems, Celebrex remained the only alternative
for many patients in need of anti-inflammatories. Pfizer announced in December
2004 that clinical studies have found taking higher doses of Celebrex can double
or triple a person's risk of suffering from a heart attack or stroke and so
far Pfizer has made no move to take Celebrex off the market in order to protect
consumers.
Celebrex was first approved for use in the United States in 1999 to treat the
pain associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, primary dysmenorrhea,
and other chronic pain conditions. Celebrex has been linked to several gastrointestinal
disorders and a number of deaths. The most serious risks include suffering a
heart attack, stroke or blood clots.
In light of recent clinical trial findings, the FDA has criticized Pfizer for
downplaying potential Celebrex side effects while exaggerating the drugs benefits.
In January 2005, the FDA wrote a letter to Pfizer requesting that they halt
all mass media advertising of Celebrex. Pfizer had already pulled all Celebrex
ads the month before in anticipation of this request. The FDA has also suggested
that doctors consider prescribing alternatives to Celebrex in order to protect
patients from cardiovascular dangers.
An experienced Celebrex attorney can help those who have suffered
injuries as a result of the side effects associated with Celebrex
use. If you have taken and have been injured by Celebrex, please
contact us to get in tough with qualified and skilled Celebrex attorneys
who can help.
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