BEXTRA WARNINGS AND SIDE EFFECTS
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Bextra should not be taken by those with known hypersensitivity to valdecoxib. Bextra should not be taken if you have had allergic reactions to the class of drugs called sulfonamides, aspirin or other arthritis medications. Do not take Bextra if you have advanced kidney disease. Do not take Bextra if you are pregnant.
In a study released on November 9, 2004, scientists found that Pfizer’s arthritis pain relief medication, Bextra, may carry a higher risk of fatal heart attacks and cardiac problems than Vioxx and other similar drugs. There also appears to be an increased risk of stroke associated with the use of Bextra.
Bextra has been known to induce gastrointestinal side effects like ulcers, bleeding and perforation. Bextra may also adversely affect the renal system, the liver, and may also cause fluid retention that can lead to additional problems for those who suffer from high blood pressure or heart failure.
If you or a loved one has experienced 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 for free and will work to get you the settlement you deserve.
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