Valdecoxib and Vincristine liposome Intravenous

• Generic Name: valdecoxib
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

Valdecoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (also called NSAIDs) are used to relieve some symptoms caused by arthritis (rheumatism), such as inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain. However, valdecoxib does not cure arthritis and will help you only as long as you continue to take it. It may also be used to treat pain associated with menstrual periods.

Valdecoxib was available only with your doctor's prescription.

Valdecoxib was voluntarily withdrawn from the U.S. market on April 7, 2005 due to safety concerns of increased risk of serious heart problems and skin reactions .

• Generic Name: vincristine liposome
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Marqibo

Vincristine liposome injection is used to treat Philadelphia chromosome-negative acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph- ALL) in adult patients who have received at least 2 prior treatments that did not work well. It interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed by the body. Vincristine liposome is an antineoplastic agent (cancer medicine).

Vincristine liposome is only administered by or under the supervision of your doctor.