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Side effect(s) of Naproxen

Read the side effects of Naproxen as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Body as a Whole - Allergic reactions, menstrual disorders, chills and fever.

Gastrointestinal - Heartburn, abdominal pain, nausea, constipation, blood in stools, 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.

Other Precautions : * Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Naproxen

Naproxen(Anaprox) generic is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), prescribed for pain, fever, inflammation and stiffness due to various disease conditions. It works by reducing hormones that cause pain, fever, and inflammation.
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