CELEBREX AND BEXTRA: A BETTER WAY TO MAKE THESE DRUGS SAFER
May 9, 2005 11:07

Celebrex: Lawyer: Monheit Law: Side Effects: Heart Attack: ________

On February 18, a blue-ribbon FDA Advisory Committee found that COX-2 anti-inflammatory drugs (Celebrex, Bextra) increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes and recommended stronger warnings for these drugs. However, even at their lowest available doses, Celebrex and Bextra are very strong drugs and risks may remain. Research has shown that even lower, safer doses are effective, but these 50% to 75% lower doses are not marketed by the manufacturer. Dr. Cohen's new article describes what you and your doctor should know and what you can do about using Celebrex or Bextra more safely.

Ask Monheit Law, "Do I have a Celebrex Case?"

For more information, contact:
Michael Monheit, Esquire, Monheit Law, PC