Merck's actions surrounding Vioxx
2006

Merck's Response to Vioxx Advertising Concerns

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Author Information

Author(s): Michael Heinley

Primary Institution: Merck & Company

Conclusion

Merck asserts that their marketing of Vioxx was ethical and provided accurate information about its benefits and risks.

Supporting Evidence

  • Merck claims their marketing provided balanced information about Vioxx's benefits and risks.
  • Vioxx was effective for many patients who had no other alternatives.

Takeaway

Merck believes they did nothing wrong with Vioxx and that it helped many patients with chronic pain.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1371/journal.pmed.0030286

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