Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Rheumatoid Arthritis, Spondylitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet are Belching, Bruising or discoloration. Some other side effects of Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Asthma are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Naprosyn can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Naprosyn may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
There may be some severe side effects of Naprosyn on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Naprosyn on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Naprosyn. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Naprosyn 500 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Naprosyn can be taken for gout since it contains naproxen that belongs to the class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) which possess anti-inflammatory and analgesic (pain-killer) activity. It is ideally used for prevention of the pain and inflammation caused by arthritis, gout, and ankylosing spondylitis. Naprosyn is a prescription drug, you are advised to discuss with your doctor before taking it by yourself.
Yes, Naprosyn is a pain-killer because it contains naproxen that belongs to the class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) which possess analgesic (pain-killer) activity. It works by reversibly inhibiting enzymes (cyclooxygenase-1 and -2 also known as COX-1 and -2) which produces prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are responsible for causing pain in the body. Inhibition of these enzymes results in decreased synthesis of prostaglandins which provides relief to the patient from pain.
Yes, Naprosyn can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Naprosyn along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
Naprosyn contains naproxen (which is a pain-killer) that works by reversibly inhibiting enzymes (cyclooxygenase-1 and -2 also known as COX-1 and -2) which produces prostaglandin. Prostaglandin is presumed to be responsible for causing pain and inflammation in the body. Inhibition of these enzymes results in decreased synthesis of prostaglandins which provides relief to the patient from pain and inflammation caused by arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis.
Rarely, Naprosyn causes stomach cramps. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience severe stomach cramps after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately.
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