Rofecoxib

Synonyms / Brand Names:MK 966, MK 996, rofecoxib, Vioxx

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Dosing and Administration

Osteoarthritis:
The recommended starting dose of VIOXX is 12.5 mg once daily. Some patients may receive additional benefit by increasing the dose to 25 mg once daily. The maximum recommended daily dose is 25 mg.

Primary Dysmenorrhea/ acute pain management:
The recommended initial dose of VIOXX is 50 mg once daily. Subsequent doses should be 50 mg once daily as needed. Use of VIOXX for more than 5 days in management of pain has not been studied.

For more information on dosing please refer to Instructions for administration

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