Should I be taking Vioxx post-op?

I had Open RNY on 4/5/02 and gallbladder removal on 5/14/02, but I'm still having severe back and abdominal pain. I will be having an endoscopy done next week to determine if I have an ulcer. In the meantime the weekend on call surgeon gave me a prescription for Vioxx to help with the back pain. Should I really be taking this if they suspect I have an ulcer or at all?

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