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      At the Kraus Back and Neck Institute (KBNI), we specialize
                 in non-surgical as well as surgical treatments
                                of Back and Neck  Pain
     Conservative to Surgical Options: MINIMALLY INVASIVE SPINE SUGERY 
                "Applying Science to the Art of Medicine"                                                  
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                 Dr. Kraus is available for Neurosurgery consultation (surgical and non-surgical) in Houston.
                      Offices:  1) West Houston Medical Center
                                    2) Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital
                                    3) Katy
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      To arrange  an appointment, call 281-870-9292,  visit  neurosurgerypa.com,  or   send an e mail
              For national and international patients, we can help with  travel arrangements
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                                             "Top Doctors of Houston, Texas" (2007, 2008, 2009)     

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rofecoxib (vioxx)

 

available over the counter: no

uses: used for chronic osteoarthritis pain

mechanism of action: inhibits the enzyme cyclooxygenase 2 (COX-2), therefore reducing synthesis of prostaglandins (chemicals in the body which play a role in pain and inflammation);  does not inhibit activity of COX-1, an enzyme involved in the synthesis of prostaglandins which protect the stomach against ulcers

side effects

  • common: indigestion, swelling, increased blood pressure
  • less common: flatulence, sore throat, abdominal pain
  • serious: gastric ulcers, tarry stools, liver disease

concerns: do not take with other NSAIDS (non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs); notify your doctor if you are taking furosemide, ACE inhibitors, fluconazole, lithium, or warfarin

 

 

 

 

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