Celebrex
has been associated with significant side effects, including
heart attacks and strokes. Recent concerns about cardiovascular
problems linked to Celebrex have led the FDA to recommend
that doctors consider alternatives to the popular arthritis
drug. The FDA has not yet decided whether it will force a
Celebrex recall. Pfizer is resisting the withdrawal of the
drug.
The FDA issued a warning to doctors and patients
saying that the agency is concerned about the safety of Celebrex
and other popular arthritis drugs (including Vioxx
and Bextra).
The National Cancer Institute recently completed
a study that indicated alarming results:
Patients taking 400mg were 2.5 times more
likely to suffer a heart attack or stroke
Patients taking 800mg were 3.4 times more
likely to suffer a heart attack or stroke.
Pfizer immediately dismissed the results of
this study (which the company itself funded), saying that
the data is inconsistent with results from other clinical
studies.
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About
Your Health
If
you or a loved one has used Celebrex, promptly consult your
doctor for an evaluation. You should not stop taking Celebrex
unless your doctor instructs you to do so.
Your
Legal Rights
If
you have been injured by Celebrex, you may be entitled to compensation.
You should act immediately to contact an attorney experienced
in matters involving dangerous drugs.
We
Can Help
O'Steen
& Harrison, PLC presently is handling legal claims on behalf
of those injured by Celebrex. We invite you to contact us
for a free, confidential consultation about your legal rights.
We will represent patients throughout the United
States. We can help you, too, wherever you live.
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