Alternatives to Vioxx emerging rapidly

It is no surprise that Merck's competitors will try to capture the market share that Merck has now lost, probably forever, if Merck survives as a drug company. Advil was among the first drugs positioned as an alternative to Vioxx. In recent days, more drugs are being offered.

Our advice to readers is to consult your doctor prior to doing anything.

Mosaic Nutraceuticals announced that it will launch its proprietary osteoarthritis formula called Joint-2-Life for retail and international distribution December 14. Distributors, retailers and physicians interested in this product can contact the company prior to this date to arrange pre-orders and obtain more information.

President of Mosaic Nutraceuticals, Charlie Townsend, said, "The initial response we have gotten from Joint-2-Life has been incredible. We have already arranged international distribution and have plans to take the osteoarthritis marketplace by storm. Joint-2-Life is the real deal and we feel it will be considered the natural osteoarthritis cure within the coming year."

Joint-2-Life combines glucosamine with a revolutionary patented ingredient called celadrin. By combining celadrin with glucosamine the typical results experienced by taking glucosamine alone is greatly magnified. The Joint-2-Life combination of celadrin and glucosamine provides rapid joint cushioning, alleviates inflammation quickly, and accelerates the re-building/building of damaged cartilage, helping restore the entire joint area. Joint-2-Life is available without a prescription and is very cost-effective.

Another drugmaker, PBM Pharmaceuticals, Inc., developer of innovative prescription formulations, now offers the only prescription medication with omega-3 fatty acids. The only Rx product of its kind, Animi-3(TM) is already being widely prescribed by physicians as supplement therapy in rheumatoid arthritis (RA), cardiovascular disease, and depression.
"We are pleased to offer the only prescription product containing omega- 3's to aid physicians in their efforts with inflammatory related diseases," said PBM Executive Vice President Jack Schramm.

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