BEXTRA QUESTIONS

What is Bextra?

What does Bextra treat, and what are the symptoms of those conditions?

What are the dangers and side effects associated with using Bextra?

What are the Lawsuits and Claims of these dangers?

How do I know if I have a Bextra claim?

Where can I get more information on Bextra and its legal implications?

How do I Choose a Bextra Attorney?

What is Bextra?
Bextra is valdecoxib-based drug that is administered orally. Bextra is used as treatment for Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and dysmenorrhea. Those taking Bextra may experience heightened risk of conditions to include, cardiovascular complications including fatal heart attacks, strokes, Stevens Johnson Syndrome and other complications.

What does Bextra treat, and what are the symptoms of those conditions?
Bextra has been shown to help patients suffering from Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and primary dysmenorrhea. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease, and the most common type of arthritis seen in patients today. Symptoms include morning stiffness, trouble with a few joints and tenderness.

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic condition involving joint inflammation and possible degeneration. Symptoms include tenderness in the joints—particularly in the hands, feet, wrists, elbows and ankles. Stiffness in the morning and afternoon fatigue may come with the early stages of the syndrome. Deformities, cysts and carpal tunnel-like symptoms are other signs of rheumatoid arthritis.

Primary Dysmenorrhea is pain with ovulation when lesions are not present. The discomfort may be the result of abnormally induced uterine contractions. Symptoms include lower abdominal pain, aches in the lower back or legs, expelling of clots or similar matter, headache, nausea, constipation, diarrhea, urinary tract infection and typically premenstrual syndrome symptoms.

What are the dangers and side effects associated with using Bextra?
The most severe side effects of Bextra are heart attacks, strokes and other severe cardiovascular events. Those with known hypersensitivity to valdecoxib should not take Bextra. Those who suffer from asthma, urticaria or aspirin allergies should not be prescribed Bextra. Bextra has been known to induce gastrointestinal side effects like ulcers, bleeding and perforation. Bextra should not be considered a replacement for aspirin since the drug does not affect platelets. Bextra may also adversely affect the renal system, the liver, and it may also precipitate anemia.

What are the Lawsuits and Claims of these dangers?
As Bextra became widely used, problems in patients at high risk for cardiovascular events began to become more prevalent, including heart attacks, strokes and Stevens Johnson Syndrome. For details, click on Bextra Lawsuits and Claims.

How do I know if I have a Bextra claim?
If you or a loved one suffered a heart attack, stroke, Stevens Johnson Syndrome after taking Bextra, please call or e-mail one of our experienced Bextra side effects attorneys for a free, no-obligation initial consultation.

Where can I get more information on Bextra and its legal implications?
Click on Online Resources and News for additional information.

If you or a loved one has experienced side effects such as a heart attack, stroke or Stevens Johnson Syndrome after taking Bextra, you may have a claim against Pfizer. Please call or e-mail our experienced Bextra side effects attorneys today. We will evaluate your Bextra claim and handle your case to get you fair compensation for your damages.

* The information on this site about Bextra side effects is not intended to be or to replace legal or medical advice. Consult an experienced Bextra side effects attorney for individual advice regarding your own legal situation. Confer with your doctor or other qualified medical professional before taking any drug and before changing your own personal healthcare regimen.