OT: Vioxx

For those of yous on Vioxx I just saw this article and thought you might want to read it. It has been pulled from the market because of it causing a higher risk of heart attacks. wtnh.com/Global/story.asp?S=2369119 don't forget to put the http://www. befoe it Heidi

Hi all, I read that article and I am not taking my pills anymore. I can't believe it!! I only been on them for two weeks and that is it for me. I have lots of pain in my knee, had to get it drain and so on.... I am hoping that after my surgery my knee will feel better, since I will be on the loser side. Thanks

I was on vioxx too, up until 2 weeks ago. Boy am I glad I stopped, even though I had only been on it for a couple of weeks (switched from celebrex). I know all about the knee pain! That is why I had this surgery!!! I am 1 week out today, no meds in 2 weeks and although there is a little stiffness, the pain level has decreased sooo much, I am amazed. The only thing I am taking now is plain tylenol, mostly at night so I sleep a little more comfortably. Good luck! Carmen

Dear heidi Thanks for the info on the Vioxx article. I have been on Vioxx for over 3 years!! I still took it after my surgery because I had knee surgery 3 years ago and I although the tear was repaired, I was told that I have lots of arthritis in both knees, The surgery for my weight has helped me move a lot better, But I still have achy knees so I was told to continue the vioxx. This is soo frusterating because I am trying to get healthy and then the one thing that helps to lube up the joints is now bad for you. I am not gioing to take anything unless it is really bad pain. I swear whats next??

I saw it on tv Heidi, I have been on it for over 3 years. Oh brother, now what am I gonna do?? YOiks, I can't even sleep on my left side without it. go figure. Robin R