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How to Take Naproxen and it's Dose

Written by - Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)

Medically Checked by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Doctor of Pharmacy

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2024

It comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth, with food.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Adult: PO- 0.5-1 g in 1-2 divided doses, up to 6 months if needed. Up to 1.5 g/day in patients who can tolerate lower doses.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Naproxen

This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), prescribed for pain, fever, inflammation and stiffness due to various disease conditions.

Trade Names/Brand Names of Naproxen

India :

Xenar - Cr | Arthopan (500+20) | Xenadom (500mg/10mg) | Naxdom 500 | Movibon | Xenobid Gel | Pacinac -NP | Artagen | Movibon (250mg) | Naprodom (250+10)

International :

Anaprox, Naprelan, Naprosyn, Aleve

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2024

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