Rofecoxib instructions for administration

Instructions for administration
General Osteoarthritis Management of Acute Pain and Treatment of Primary Dysmenorrhea Oral consumption Oral Suspension

General
VIOXX is administered orally. The lowest dose of VIOXX should be sought for each patient. Return to top

Osteoarthritis
The recommended starting dose of VIOXX is 12.5 mg once daily. Some patients may receive additional benefit by increasing the dose to 25 mg once daily. The maximum recommended daily dose is 25 mg. Return to top

Management of Acute Pain and Treatment of Primary Dysmenorrhea
The recommended initial dose of VIOXX is 50 mg once daily. Subsequent doses should be 50 mg once daily as needed. Use of VIOXX for more than 5 days in management of pain has not been studied. Return to top

Oral consumption
VIOXX tablets may be taken with or without food. Return to top

Oral Suspension
VIOXX Oral Suspension 12.5 mg/5 mL or 25 mg/5 mL may be substituted for VIOXX Tablets 12.5 or 25 mg, respectively, in any of the above indications. Shake before using. Return to top