NAPROXEN (Naprosyn®) is used for treating rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and juvenile arthritis. It is used to treat tendonitis, bursitis, gout, menstrual cramps, or mild to moderate pain. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Naprosyn treats the symptoms of pain and inflammation. It does not treat the disease that causes those symptoms
Naproxen is a NSAID. It is usedto treat osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, and ankylosing spodylitis. It may also be used to treat tendonitis, bursitis, gout, menstrual cramps, or mild to moderate pain.
Tell your doctor if any of these apply to you:
you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
you have had a severe allergic reaction to aspirin or a non-steroidal anti-infalmmatory drug (NSAID) (eg, celecoxib, ibuprofen)
you have recently had or will be having bypass heart surgery
you are allergic to Naproxen, any other medicine, dyes, foods, preservatives, or other substances
you have history of kidney or liver disease, stomach or bowel problems ( eg, bleeding, ulcers, perforation)
you have a history of swelling or fluid buildup, asthms, growths in the nose (nasal polyps), or mouth inflammation
How to use:
Strictly follow your doctor's instructions
If you have any questions advert to Medication Guide
You may take Naproxen either with or without food
Take Naproxen with full glass of water
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible
Avoid taking double or extra doses
Safety issues:
Naproxen may cause dizziness or drowsiness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Naproxen with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Serious stomach ulcers or bleeding can occur with the use of Naproxen. Taking it in high doses or for a long time, smoking, or drinking alcohol increases the risk of these side effects. Taking Naproxen with food will NOT reduce the risk of these effects. Contact your doctor or emergency room at once if you develop severe stomach or back pain; black, tarry stools; vomit that looks like blood or coffee grounds; or unusual weight gain or swelling.
Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
Naproxen has naproxen in it. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has naproxen or any other NSAID (eg, ibuprofen) in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not take aspirin while you are using Naproxen unless your doctor tells you to.
Do not switch between different forms of Naproxen (eg, tablets, suspension) unless your doctor tells you to. They may not provide the same amount of medicine to your body.
If you experience these side effects, you should contact your doctor immediately:
yellowing of skin or eyes
severe allergic reactions
vision changes or vision loss
black, tarry stools
unusual tiredness or weakness
blood in the urine
unusual pain and discoloration of the skin
calf or leg pain or swelling
unusual bleeding or bruising
change in the amount of urine
speech changes
coma
shortness of breath
confusion
severe or persistent nausea or vomiting
coughing up blood
seizures
dark urine
red, swollen, peeling or blistered skin
diarrhea
mouth sores
difficult or painful urination
mental or mood changes
dry cough
fever, chills, or sore throat
menstrual changes
These side effects usually don't require medical attention (but you should contact your doctor if they continue or are bothersome):
vomiting
dizziness
tiredness
headache
stomach pain or upset
loss of appetite
nausea
gas
What is the shelf life of the pills?
The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different for different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture and would differ from batch to batch depending on when they were manufactured.
What is a generic pill?
Generic drug (pl. generic drugs, short: generics) is a drug which is produced and distributed without a brand name. A generic must contain the same active ingredients as the original formulation. In most cases, it is considered bioequivalent to the brand name counterpart with respect to pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties.