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Rofecoxib

Drug
Rofecoxib is a COX-2-selective nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It was marketed by Merck & Co. to treat osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, acute pain conditions, migraine, and dysmenorrhea. Wikipedia
ATC code: M01AH02 (WHO)
Bioavailability: 93%
Elimination half-life: 17 hours
Metabolism: liver
Pregnancy category: AU: C
Pronunciation: /ˌrɒfɪˈkɒksɪb/
Routes of administration: By mouth & i.m