Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Spondylitis. Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR 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 side effects typically associated with Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR include Belching, Bruising or discoloration. While these are the most often observed Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR in conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR 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 |
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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 750 Mg Tablet SR is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR 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 750 Mg Tablet SR 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 750 Mg Tablet SR 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 750 Mg Tablet SR on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Naprosyn on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR 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 750 Mg Tablet SR 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 750 Mg Tablet SR unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR 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 750 Mg Tablet SR for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Naprosyn 750 Mg Tablet SR 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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