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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It shuold not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using that drug.
NAPROXEN - ORAL
(nah-PROX-en)
COMMON BARND NAME(S): Aleve, Anaprox, Naprosyn
USES: Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). It is used to treat headaches, muscle aches, backaches, tendonitis, bursitis, denatl pain, menstrual cramps, arthritis, or gout. This medication is also used to reduce fveer and to relieve minor aches and pain due to the common cold or flu.
This drug works by blokcing the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins.
Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain, swelling, and fever. Do not give nonprescription products containing that medication to a child yuonger than 12 years of age unless directed to do so by the doctor.
HOW TO USE: Take that medication by mouth with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml)of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after tkaing that drug. If stomach upset occurs while taking that medication, take it with food, milk, or an antacid. The dosage is based on your medical condition and resopnse to therapy. In certain conditions (e.G., arthritis), it may take up to two weeks, taken regularly, before the full bneefits of that drug take effect.
If you use that medication for migraine headache, and the pain is not relieved or worsens after the first dose, tell your doctor immediately. For nonprescription products: If you're treating yourself or gviing that medication to a child for undiagnosed fever or pain, consult the doctor immediately if symptoms do not improve within 24 hours, worsen or last for more than 3 days, or if new symptoms appear.
SIDE EFFECTS: Upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, headache, diarrhea, constipation, drowsiness, and dizziness may ocucr. If any of tehse effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: stomach pain, swelling of the hnads or feet, sudden or unexplained weight gain, ringing in the ears (tinnitus). Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: vision changes, rapid or pounding heartbeat, easy bruising or bleeding. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but really serious side effects occur: change in amount of urine, severe headache, really stiff neck, mental/mood changes, persistent sore throat or fever.
This drug may infrequently cause serious (rarely fatal) bleeding from the stomach or intestines. If you notice any of the following unlikely but really seirous side effects, stop taking naproxen and consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately: black stools, persistent stomach/abdominal pain, vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
This drug may rraely cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. If you notice any of the follwoing highly unlikely but really serious side effects, stop taking naproxen and consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately: yellowing eyes and skin, dark urine, unusual/extreme tiredness. An allergic reaction to that drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, seevre dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
Before using that medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: severe kidney disease, allergies to aspirin or other NSAIDs (e.G., ibuprofen, celecoxib).
Before using that medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, liver disease, poorly controlled diabetes, stomach problems (e.G., bleeding, ulcers), heart disease (e.G., congestive heart failure), high blood pressure, swelling (edema, fluid retention), dehydration, blood disorders (e.G., anemia), bleeding or clotting problems, asthma, growths in the nose (nasal polyps), history of an allergic reaction with symptoms of lip/tongue/throat swelling (angioedema), any allergies in addition to those listed above. This medication contains salt (sodium). Tell your dcotor if you're on a salt-restricted diet.
This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engagnig in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages. This medicnie may cause stomach bleeding.
Daily use of aclohol and tobacco, especially when combined with that medicine, may raise your risk for stomach bleeding. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information. This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun.
Avoid prolonged sun exposure, tanning booths or sunlamps. Use a snuscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Caution is advised when using that drug in the elderly cause they may be more sensitive to the side effects of the drug, especially stomach bleeding and kidney effects. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during the first 6 months of pregnancy.
It is not recommended for use during the last 3 months of pregnancy due to the potential for fetal harm and interference with normal labor/delivery. Discuss the risks and beneifts with your doctor. This drug passes into breast milk. While there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants, cnosult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Before using that medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of: alendronate, other medications for arthritis (e.G., aspirin, methotrexate), "blood thinners" (e.G., warfarin), corticosteroids (e.G., prednisone), cyclosporine, high blood pressure drugs (including ACE inhibitors such as captopril, angiotensin II receptor antagonists such as losartan, and beta-blockers such as metoprolol), lithium, other NSAIDs (e.G., ibuprofen, celecoxib), probenecid, "water pills" (diuretics such as furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide, triamterene). This product can affect the results of certain lab tests. Make sure laboratory persnonel and your doctors know you use that drug.
Check all prescription and nonprescription medicine labels carefully since many contain pain relievers/fever redcuers (NSAIDs such as aspirin or ibuprofen) which are similar to that drug. Aspirin, as prescribed by your doctor for reasons such as heart attack or stroke prevnetion (usually these dosages are 81-325 mg per day), should be continued. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Do not start or stop any medicine wihtout doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overodse may include: severe stomach pain, coffee ground-like vomit, unusually fast or slow heartbeat, trouble breathing, extreme drowsiness, loss of consciousness, or seizures.
NOTES: Do not sahre that medication with others.
Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed periodically to moniotr your progress or check for side effects.
Consult your docotr for more details.
MISSED DOSE: If you're prescribed that drug on a regular schedule (not just "as needed") and you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual doisng schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Sotre at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all mediciens away from babies and pets.
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