Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Bextra Tablet
Bextra Tablet
| Generic name | valdecoxib |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Cox-2 inhibitors (NSAID) |
| Forms | Film-coated tablets |
Bextra is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and selective COX-2 inhibitor that was used to treat arthritis pain and menstrual cramps. It was pulled from the market in 2005 because of safety concerns. It is no longer sold in the United States or the European Union.
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