NAPROXEN

Naproxen belongs to the family of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that works by reducing the amount of prostaglandins, substances that control inflammation and pain, your body produces.

Uses

This medication is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by conditions such as arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, tendinitis, bursitis, gout, or menstrual cramps.

Warnings

Do not use this drug:

If you have a history of allergic reaction to aspirin or other NSAID (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug).
More than prescribed.
Just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).
If you have certain conditions such as chest pain, weakness, shortness of breath, slurred speech, or problems with vision or balance.

Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

Upset Stomach
Nausea
Heartburn
Headache
Drowsiness
Dizziness

Serious side effects may include:

Easy Bruising or Bleeding
Difficult or Painful Swallowing
Hearing Changes (such as Ringing in the Ears)
Mental or Mood Changes
Swelling of the Ankles, Feet or Hands
Sudden or Unexplained Weight Gain
Signs of Kidney Problems (such as Change in the Amount of Urine)
Unexplained Stiff Neck
Vision Changes
Unusual Tiredness

Rare side effects may include:

Liver Disease
Dark Urine
Persistent Nausea, Vomiting, Loss of Appetite
Stomach or Abdominal Pain
Yellowing Eyes or Skin
Severe Allergic Reaction

Precautions

Precautions

Before taking this drug, tell your doctor or pharmacist:

If you are allergic to it or if you have any other allergies.
Your medical history, especially of:
- Asthma (Including a History of Worsening Breathing after Taking Aspirin or Other NSAIDs)
- Blood Disorders (such as Anemia, Bleeding/Clotting Problems)
- Growths In The Nose (Nasal Polyps)
- Heart Disease (such as Previous Heart Attack)
- High Blood Pressure
- Liver Disease
- Stroke
- Throat, Stomach or Intestinal Problems (such as Bleeding, Heartburn, Ulcers)

Interactions

Drug interactions may either lessen the effectiveness of this drug or heighten the risk for severe side effects. It’s important to inform your doctor all the medication including prescription and non-prescription and herbal medicines you are taking or going to take.

Possible interactions with this drug are:

Lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid)
Blood Pressure Medications
Methotrexate (Rheumatrex, Trexall)
Aminoglycosides (for Example, Gentamicin)
Anticoagulants, for Example, Warfarin, (Coumadin)
Cyclosporine
Furosemide (Lasix)
Thiazide Diuretics
Aspirin
Alcohol

Overdose & Brands

Call emergency hotline if someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing.

Symptoms of overdose may include:

Severe Stomach Pain
Extreme Drowsiness
Seizures

Available brand/s:

Aprelax
Flacidon
Naflax
Naxen
Penles