Rofecoxib-Induced Hepatotoxicity: A Forgotten Complication of the Coxibs

Rofecoxib is a member of the coxib family of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs that selectively inhibit cyclooxygenase-2. Although the coxibs are generally well-tolerated, rofecoxib was recently withdrawn from the market due to concerns regarding cardiovascular safety. Rare cases of hepatic injur...

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Main Authors: Brian Yan, Yvette Leung, Stefan J Urbanski, Robert P Myers
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2006-01-01
Series:Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2006/356434
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