[ColoCdn]

And ethics and medical veracity, and scientific purity, all played a part in the VIOXX scandal how?

[WildTurkey]

And ethics and medical veracity, and scientific purity, all played a part in the VIOXX scandal how?

VIOXX was approved for short-term treatments. No hazards were found for short-term treatments.

Upon trying to extend the use of VIOXX, the studies showed an increased risk for long-term treatment and MRK pulled the drugged before seeking approval for long term use.