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Rofecoxib, Valdecoxib Linked to Increased Stroke Risk
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Title Rofecoxib, Valdecoxib Linked to Increased Stroke Risk
Url http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/578778?src=rss
Description Rofecoxib (Vioxx) and valdecoxib (Bextra) are associated with an increased risk of stroke, according to results of a study published in the July issue of Stroke. Reuters Health Information
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Date Aug 9, 2008
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