作者: J. Cotter
DOI: 10.1503/CMAJ.050456
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摘要: Reason for posting: Coxibs, the class of NSAIDs that selectively inhibit cyclooxygenase 2 (COX-2), were designed to reduce joint pain and inflammation without causing gastric epithelial adverse effects typical nonselective NSAIDs. Rofecoxib (Vioxx) was withdrawn from market in September