| What is Rofecoxib?
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Rofecoxib is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, painful menstruation (dysmenorrhea), and other types of acute pain. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Rofecoxib?
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Rofecoxib side effects may include abdominal pain, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, heartburn, high blood pressure, indigestion, nausea, respiratory tract infections, stomach discomfort,
and swelling of the legs and ankles.
If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. Less common Rofecoxib side effects may include back pain, bronchitis, fatigue, flu-like symptoms, sinus inflammation, urinary tract infections,
and weakness. Rare Rofecoxib side effects may include abdominal bloating or tenderness, allergies, anxiety, appetite change, arm pain, asthma, back strain, baldness, black-tarry stool, blisters, bloody nose, blurred vision, boils, bursitis, cartilage problems, cavities, chest congestion, chest pain, chills, confusion, conjunctivitis (pinkeye), constipation, cough, cysts, decreased levels of sodium in the blood, decreased mental alertness, dental pain, depression, dermatitis, difficulty breathing, drowsiness, dry mouth, dry throat, ear infection, ear pain, ear ringing, ear wax, fainting, fever, fluid in the lungs, flushing, fungal infection, gas, gastrointestinal infection, gastrointestinal inflammation, hallucinations, heartbeat irregularities, hemorrhoids, hepatitis, hernia of the diaphragm, herpes infection, hives, impaired sensitivity to touch, inability to urinate, increased nighttime urination, increased potassium in the blood, infection, insect bite reaction, insomnia, itching, joint pain and swelling, kidney failure, laryngitis, liver failure, low blood cell counts, menopausal symptoms, menstrual disorder, migraine headache, mouth infection, mouth and throat sores, muscle aches and pains, muscle stiffness, muscle spasms, muscle weakness, nail problems, nasal congestion, numbness, pain, painful urination, pelvic pain, pneumonia, rapid or slow heartbeat, rash, runny nose, sciatic pain, severe increase in blood pressure, severe skin peeling, skin dryness, skin inflammation, skin tingling or burning, sore throat, sweating, swelling, taste
disturbances, tendon inflammation, tingling sensation, tonsillitis, vaginal
inflammation, vein problems, vomiting, weight gain, wheezing, and yellow skin and eyes. |
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| How is Rofecoxib taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Rofecoxib provided by your doctor. Rofecoxib
may be taken with or without food. If it has been prescribed for arthritis, be sure to take it faithfully once every day.
Rofecoxib suspension should be thoroughly shaken before each use. If you miss a
dose take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Do not take
two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Rofecoxib with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Rofecoxib. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining
Rofecoxib with aluminum and magnesium antacids, amitriptyline, aspirin,
blood pressure medications known as ACE-inhibitors, calcium carbonate antacids,
lithium, methotrexate, rifampin, tacrine, theophylline, warfarin, water pills,
or zileuton. |
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| How should I store Rofecoxib?
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Store Rofecoxib at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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