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Pharmacy and Medications

Bextra Removed from Market

ATTENTION: The drug BEXTRA (generic name: valdecoxib) was removed from the US and European markets on April 7, 2005 due to safety concerns.

If you are taking BEXTRA (valdecoxib), you should consult with your physician as soon as possible about your treatment alternatives.

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Last Reviewed: Nov 22, 2010

The Ohio State University S David Baker, PharmD, DABAT
Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy
Managing Director, Central Ohio Poison Center
Nationwide Children's Hospital
The Ohio State University