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Naproxen
Latest prescription information about Naproxen. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Naproxen
Pronunciation : na prox' en
Therapeutic Classification : analgesics
Trade Name(s):
India- Antesvel, Artagen, Arthopan, Movibon, Napexar, Napris, Naprodom, Naprosyn, Naprosyn-G, Naprosyn S, Naprosyn-P, Napryn, Naxdom, Naxen, Pacinac-Np, Xenar-Cr, Xenobid Ge, Xenobid Ta. International- Anaprox, Naprelan, Naprosyn, Aleve. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Hypersensitivity.
When it is to be taken : Adult: PO- 0.5-1 g in 1-2 divided doses, upto 6 months if needed. Up to 1.5 g/day in patients who can tolerate lower doses. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth, with food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of high blood pressure, blood disorders, bleeding problems, heart, kidney or liver disease, diabetes, stomach or bowel problems, dehydration, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause stomach ulcer or bleeding. Side Effects : Body as a Whole - Allergic reactions, menstrual disorders, chills and fever. Gastrointestinal - Heartburn, abdominal pain, nausea, constipation, diarrhea, indigestion and mouth ulcer. Central Nervous System - Headache, dizziness, drowsiness, lightheadedness and vertigoInability to concentrate, depression, dream abnormalities, sleeplessness, uneasiness, muscle pain, muscle weakness, mental illness, convulsions. Skin - Itching, skin eruptions, increased sweating and bruising. ENT - Ringing in the ear, visual disturbances and hearing disturbances. Heart - Edema, palpitations, heart failure, high blood pressure and lung swelling. General - Difficulty in breathing and increased thirst. Liver - Jaundice and abnormal liver function tests. Blood - Eosinophilia, leucopenia, blood in stools, decrease in white blood cells and platelets. Metabolic - Decrease/increase in blood sugar. Respiratory - Lung inflammation and asthma. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at controlled room temperature (15� to 30�C). |
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