Vioxx® Believed to Cause Strokes

Vioxx®, a prescription medication designed to treat the symptoms of arthritis, was yanked from the market worldwide in late September after studies linked the drug to an increased risk of strokes, heart attacks, and blood clots. In fact, evidence suggests that Vioxx® users are three times as likely as those who don't use Vioxx® to suffer strokes.

If you have taken Vioxx®, you may be in danger. After seeking a thorough medical evaluation, you should consult a Vioxx® lawyer. A Vioxx® lawyer can help you: complete the necessary paperwork, build an effective case, and receive compensation you deserve for your Vioxx®-induced stroke.

Vioxx® - Induced Stroke: Warning Signs

Vioxx® - related strokes can be devastating. They can cause anything from permanent paralysis to death. Here's how they occur:

Essentially, a stroke is caused by inhibited blood flow to the brain. This can occur in two ways: a blood vessel may become blocked, or a blood vessel may begin to hemorrhage. Vioxx® can trigger either type of stroke.

Here are just a few symptoms of Vioxx®-induced stroke:

• Sudden numbness in the face, arm, or leg - this usually occurs on just one side of the body
• Difficulty speaking
• Impaired walking ability
• Dizziness or loss of balance
• Severe unexplained headache
• Difficulty following a conversation

If you have taken Vioxx® and have had a stroke, it is in your best interest to seek the counsel of a Vioxx® lawyer. A Vioxx® lawyer can help you receive fair damages for your Vioxx®- related stroke.

Contact a Vioxx® lawyer if you believe Vioxx® caused your stroke.

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