Naprosyn is a drug which helps to fight with arthritis, menstrual cramps, tendinitis, bursitis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, gouty arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and its symptoms (inflammation, fever, pain and other). Naprosyn belongs to the group of drugs called NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). Naprosyn works by blocking the action of enzyme called cyclooxygenase resulting in decreased production of prostaglandins (a chemical associated with pain) thereby relieving pain and inflammation.
Active Ingredient
Naproxen.
Description
Naprosyn is a drug which helps to fight with arthritis, menstrual cramps, tendinitis, bursitis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, gouty arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and its symptoms (inflammation, fever, pain and other).
Naprosyn belongs to the group of drugs called NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).
Naprosyn is also known as Aleve, Naprelan, Naprogesic.
Naprosyn works by decreasing hormones caused pain and inflammation.
Naprosyn can't be taken by children under 2 years.
Dosage
Naprosyn is available in coated tablets (250 mg, 500 mg), extended-release tablets and in liquid forms which should be taken orally.
Extended-release tablets are usually taken once a day.
For arthritis treatment Naprosyn coated tablets and liquid forms should be taken twice a day.
For gouty arthritis treatment Naprosyn tablets and liquid forms should be taken every 8 hours.
It would be better to take Naprosyn with food or milk.
The dosage of Naprosyn depends on the type of your disease and health state.
Tablets should not be crushed or chewed. Swallow the tablet whole.
Naprosyn can't be taken by children under 2 years.
If you want to achieve most effective results do not stop taking Naprosyn suddenly.
Missing a dose
Do not take double dose. If you miss a dose you should take it as soon as you remember about your missing. If it is the time for the next dose you should continue your regular dosing schedule.
Overdose
If you overdose Naprosyn and you don't feel good you should visit your doctor or health care provider immediately. Symptoms of Naprosyn overdosage: excessive fatigue, heartburn, lightheadedness, confusion, feeling drowsy, problems with breathing, problems with urination, vomiting, pain of stomach, dyspepsia.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F) away from moisture and heat. Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date. Keep out of the reach of children.
Side effects
Naprosyn has its side effects. The most common are:
- constipation
- nervousness
- dyspepsia
- stomach pain
- gas
- diarrhea
- problems with hearing
- bloating
- mouth sores
- migraine
- symptoms of the cold
- blurred vision
- ears ringing
- lightheadedness
- insomnia
- legs or arms tingling or burning
- extreme thirst
Less common but more serious side effects during taking Naprosyn:
- allergy reactions (urticaria, breathing difficulties, rash, and eruption)
- nausea
- chest pain
- weakness
- dyspnoea
- low fever
- clay-colored stools
- slurred speech
- balance problems
- blisters
- weakness of muscles
- jaundice
- back pain
- black, tarry or bloody stools
- numbness
- fast heartbeat
- swallowing difficulties
- loss of energy
- bruising
- sudden gain of weight
- problems with urination
- huskiness
- decreased appetite
- pale skin
Side effects manifestations are not only depend on medicine you are taking but also depend on your health state and on the other factors.
Contra-indications
Do not take Naprosyn if you are allergic to Naprosyn components.
Be careful with Naprosyn if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. Naprosyn can pass into breast milk. Naprosyn can harm your baby.
Do not take Naprosyn before or after heart bypass surgery (CABG).
Be careful with Naprosyn if you are taking blood thinner (such as warfarin (Coumadin)); diuretics (such as furosemide (Lasix)); lithium (such as Lithobid, Eskalith); steroids (such as prednisone); aspirin or other NSAIDs (ketoprofen (such as Orudis), indomethacin (such as Indocin), diclofenac (such as Voltaren), etodolac (such as Lodine), naproxen (such as Naprosyn, Aleve), ibuprofen (such as Motrin, Advil); glyburide (such as DiaBeta, Micronase); cyclosporine (such as Sandimmune, Gengraf, Neoral); ACE inhibitor (enalapril (such as Vasotec), fosinopril (such as Monopril), benazepril (such as Lotensin), quinapril (such as Accupril), captopril (such as Capoten), trandolapril (such as Mavik), lisinopril (such as Zestril, Prinivil), ramipril (such as Altace), moexipril (such as Univasc), perindopril (such as Aceon); methotrexate (such as Trexall, Rheumatrex).
Elderly people should be careful with dosage of Naprosyn.
Be very careful with Naprosyn if you suffer from or have a history of heart, kidney or liver disease, asthma, bowel problems, nose polyps, diverticulosis, stomach ulcers, bleeding, blood clot, high blood pressure, stroke, congestive heart failure.
Avoid smoking while taking Naprosyn.
Avoid consuming alcohol.
Avoid taking aspirin if you are taking Naprosyn.
Protect your skin from the sun.
Be careful with Naprosyn if you are going to have a surgery (dental or other).
Naprosyn can't be taken by children under 2 years.
It can be dangerous to stop Naprosyn taking suddenly.
