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Rofecoxib (Vioxx), to my knowledge, is not "a stronger ibuprofen." It is a useful alternative to ibuprofen, particularly in people who have difficulty with acid stomach and peptic irritation symptoms. It is a "cox-2 inhibitor." It is MUCH more expensive. The main difference from ibuprofen and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) is that it is not as irritating to the stomach as the traditional anti-inflammatory drugs, but I am not aware of any data to support any claim of superiority in efficacy. Jorge ----- Original Message ----- From: "Cathy Scott" <[log in to unmask]> To: <[log in to unmask]> Sent: Sunday, September 24, 2000 8:00 AM Subject: VIOXX (rofecoxib) advice > Does anyone know if there are any problems using Vioxx (generic = rofecoxib) > tablets while taking Requip? Vioxx is a "stronger ibupropen" prescribed for > reducing inflamation ? > > thanks, >