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Can Vioxx And Celebrax Give You A Heart Attack?

Hello Dr I Took a Massive M I in 2008 after having been taking VIOXX and CELEBRAX, I am trying to get some proof that these Poison Pills were responsible for the Heart Attack , I was Flat Lined for 3 Min 45 Sec and now I have to take a lot of pills and I have Three Steints inserted in my heart, my life is ruined can you help me.
Thu, 24 Jan 2013
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Hi,

Welcome to Healthcaremagic.

Both Vioxx and Celebrax do not cause side effects which can directly result into a Myocardial infarction.The commonest side effects of the above drugs include gastritis, rashes, diarrhea etc.

Wish you good health.

Regards,
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Can Vioxx And Celebrax Give You A Heart Attack?

Hi, Welcome to Healthcaremagic. Both Vioxx and Celebrax do not cause side effects which can directly result into a Myocardial infarction.The commonest side effects of the above drugs include gastritis, rashes, diarrhea etc. Wish you good health. Regards,