Naproxen is a prescription medicine. Rheumatoid Arthritis, Spondylitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Naproxen also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Naproxen depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Naproxen include Belching, Bruising or discoloration. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Naproxen can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Naproxen go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Naproxen has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Naproxen has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Naproxen related warnings section.
Naproxen is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Naproxen have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Naproxen with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Naproxen is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Naproxen 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 Naproxen is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Naproxen safe for pregnant women?
Naproxen should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Naproxen safe during breastfeeding?
Naproxen should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Naproxen on the Kidneys?
There may be some severe side effects of Naproxen on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Naproxen on the Liver?
Naproxen has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Naproxen on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Naproxen. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Naproxen 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 Naproxen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Naproxen habit forming or addictive?
Naproxen is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Naproxen since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Naproxen is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Naproxen is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Naproxen
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Naproxen, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Naproxen
Taking alcohol with Naproxen can be dangerous.
Yes, Naproxen causes gas (flatulence) but it occurs only in a few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience gas (flatulence) after taking this medicine then try to avoid that food which is more likely to cause gas and eat less quantity of food at a time.
Naproxen can be taken 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or milk to avoid nausea and other stomach related problem. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, peptic ulcer, and improper liver or kidney function. You should strictly take this drug if prescribed only.
Yes, Naproxen can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Naproxen along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
Yes, Naproxen can raise blood pressure if taken in high dose for a long time. It also increases the risk of heart attack or stroke. Naproxen reduces the kidney function that causes the body fluid retention, this may lead to increased blood pressure and putting stress on heart and kidney. If you have any heart and kidney problem then discuss with your doctor before taking this medicine.
Yes, Naproxen can be taken for fever because it contains naproxen that belongs to the class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) which possess antipyretic (rever reducing) activity. Naproxen is a prescription drug, you are advised to discuss with your doctor before taking it by yourself.
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