Treats pain caused by arthritis, gout, menstrual cramps, and other medical problems. The over-the-counter brand is only for minor aches and pains and mild fevers. Belongs to a class of drugs called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to naproxen, aspirin, or other pain arthritis medicines, such as Voltaren, Motrin®, Clinoril®, or Indocin®. The reaction may have included wheezing or trouble breathing, hives, rash, or swelling in the face.
Uses:
Tablet, Liquid, Coated Tablet, Long Acting Tablet
Your doctor will tell you how much to use and how often.
You may take the medicine with food, milk, or antacids (such as Maalox® or Mylanta®) so it does not upset your stomach.
Take the tablet with a full glass of water.
Swallow the controlled-release tablet or coated tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew.
Shake the oral liquid well before use.
Measure the oral liquid using a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup.
If a dose is missed:
Use the missed dose as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for your next regular dose, wait until then to use your medicine and skip the missed dose.
You should not use two doses at the same time.
Storage:
Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze the oral liquid.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Special precautions:
Before taking, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking, call your doctor
You should not use this medicine with aspirin (or products that may contain aspirin) or ibuprofen (Advil® or Motrin®).
Naproxen can cause stomach bleeding. Drinking alcohol can make this worse. If you have 3 or more drinks of alcohol every day, ask your doctor if you should use naproxen. One drink of alcohol is the same as 4 ounces of wine, 12 ounces of beer, or 1 ounce of hard liquor (gin, whiskey, and others).
Make sure your doctor knows if you are using Coumadin®.
Warnings:
Talk with your doctor before using naproxen if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, liver or kidney disease, blood disorders, or ulcers or other stomach problems.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should not use this medicine during the last 3 months of pregnancy.
Ulcers and stomach bleeding are sometimes caused by this type of medicine. These problems can happen without warning signs. You may need to see your doctor for regular check-ups while using this medicine.
You can buy naproxen without a doctor's prescription; but you should talk to your doctor before you start using it. Don't use the medicine for more than 10 days (if treating pain) or 3 days (if treating fever) unless you have talked to your doctor.
Side Effects:
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
