| What is Naproxen?
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Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that is used to relieve the inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain associated with rheumatoid
arthritis, osteoarthritis, juvenile arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis,
tendinitis, bursitis, and acute gout. Naproxen is also used to relieve menstrual cramps and other types of mild to moderate pain. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Naproxen?
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Naproxen side effects may include abdominal pain, bruising, constipation, difficult or labored breathing, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, heartburn, itching, nausea, ringing in ears, skin eruptions,
and swelling due to fluid retention.
If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. Less common or rare Naproxen side effects may include
abdominal bleeding, black stools, blood in the urine, changes in liver function, chills and fever, colitis, congestive heart failure, depression, diarrhea, dream abnormalities, general feeling of illness, hair loss, hearing disturbances or loss, inability to concentrate, inability to sleep, indigestion, inflammation of the lungs, inflammation of the mouth, kidney disease or failure, light-headedness, menstrual disorders, muscle pain and weakness, peptic ulcer, red or purple spots on the skin, severe allergic reaction, skin inflammation due to sensitivity to light, skin rashes and hives, skin peeling, sweating, thirst, throbbing heartbeat, vertigo, visual disturbances, vomiting, vomiting of blood,
and yellow skin and eyes. |
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| How is Naproxen taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Naproxen provided by your doctor. Naproxen
may be taken with food or an antacid, and with a full glass of water to avoid
upset stomach. Avoid taking it on an empty stomach. If you are using Naproxen
for arthritis, it should be taken regularly. Do not break, crush, or chew an
the Naproxen tablet. If you miss a dose and you take the drug on a regular schedule, take the dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Do not take two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Naproxen with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Naproxen. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining
Naproxen with ACE inhibitors, aspirin, beta blockers, blood-thinning drugs,
furosemide, lithium, methotrexate, Naproxen sodium, oral diabetes drugs,
phenytoin, probenecid, or sulfa drugs. The Naproxen tablet should not be used with antacids, H2 blockers,
or sucralfate. |
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| How should I store Naproxen?
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Store Naproxen at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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