The Murky History of Merck’s Vioxx

The Murky History of Merck’s Vioxx
Merck’s decision to withdraw its popular arthritis drug Vioxx from the market in late September has raised questions about the process leading up to its regulatory approval in 1999 as well as the importance of subsequent medical studies.
Here are some key dates in the Vioxx saga:

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