[Cagey]

...could come back on sale if federal regulators conclude it and similar drugs have benefits that balance the risks.

Common sense decision making from the Feds? Amazing.

[homeschool_dad]

A very good friend of mine suffers from rheumatoid arthritis and had taken Vioxx. It ruined her heart. Despite that fact, it was the *only* thing that had given her any relief from the debilitating pain she has suffered for over 10 years. If it were still available today, she still be taking it. If people are aware of the risks, they should be able to make up their own minds if they want to accept them.

[RicocheT]

I bet the trial lawyers are grinding their teeth as this lessens the argument that Vioxx was poison for all that took it.

They will have to spend more money planting made up horror stories on TV and in the press. Can't let potential jurors forget and not soak the drug companies. Trial lawyers need those big fees to buy fancy houses, jets, cars and mistresses.

[jimt]

My wife will start taking Vioxx again as soon as it is offered, knowing in advance the risks. For her it's a wonder drug.

[July 4th]

Not to mention that short term use has been shown to be pretty much safe. There are certain injuries to which Vioxx works extraordinarily well, and people who want to take it for a few weeks should be able to.

[CaptRon]

I have a good friend who was hit by a car. He's told me that Vioxx was the only thing that helped his pain and that he'd take it even knowing the possible side effects.