What are the possible side effects of Vioxx?
Serious but rare and potentially life-threatening side effects that have been reported in patients taking Vioxx include: • Serious stomach problems, such as stomach and intestinal bleeding, can happen with or without warning symptoms. These problems, if serious, could lead to hospitalization or death. Although this does not happen often, you should watch for the signs and symptoms (for instance, stomach burning, vomiting blood, or if there is blood in the bowel movement or it is black and sticky like tar). Call your doctor right away if you or your child have any of these serious side effects. • Serious allergic reactions include the symptoms and signs of swelling of the face, lips, tongue; trouble breathing such as chest tightness or shortness of breath; trouble swallowing; hives; wheezing; or shock (loss of blood pressure and consciousness). Get emergency help right away if you get any of these symptoms or signs. Serious skin reactions have also been reported. • Heart attacks and oth
