Naprosyn is used to relieve the pain, tenderness, inflammation (swelling),
and stiffness caused by gout, arthritis, and other inflammatory conditions.
It also is used to relieve other pain, including muscle and menstrual
pain and pain after surgery, dental work, or childbirth.
Naproxen is sometimes prescribed for other uses;
ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
How
should Naprosyn be used?
Naprosyn comes as a regular tablet, an extended-release tablet, and
a liquid to take by mouth. It usually is taken twice a day for arthritis,
every 8 hours for gout, and once a day (extended-release tablets)
or every 6-8 hours (regular tablets) as needed for pain. Follow the
directions on the package or label carefully, and ask
your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand.
Take Naproxen exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it
or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Liquid Naprosyn
should be shaken well before each use to mix the medication evenly.
If you obtained Naprosyn,
do not take it for more than 3 days for fever or 10 days for pain
without talking to a doctor. Naprosyn : Full
Prescribing Information
Naprosyn
Prices
Brand Name
Generic Name
Strength
Manufacturer
Quantity
US$
Naprosyn (brand)
Naproxen
250 mg tab
Roche
50 tabs
35.00
Naprosyn (brand)
Naproxen
250 mg tab
Roche
100 tabs
65.00
Naprosyn (generic)
Naproxen
250 mg tab
Various
100 tabs
22.00
What
special precautions should I follow?
Before
taking naprosyn,
tell your doctor and pharmacist
if you are allergic to Naprosyn, aspirin or other medications for
pain or arthritis, or any other drugs.
tell your doctor and pharmacist what
medications you are taking, especially aspirin, atenolol (Tenormin),
carteolol (Cartrol), cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune), diuretics
('water pills'), labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate), lithium (Eskalith,
Lithobid), medications for arthritis or diabetes, methotrexate,
metoprolol (Lopressor), nadolol (Corgard), phenytoin (Dilantin),
probenecid (Benemid), warfarin (Coumadin), and vitamins. Do not
take aspirin or acetaminophen when using Naprosyn unless directed
to do so by your doctor.
tell your doctor if you smoke or drink large amounts of alcohol
and if you have or have ever had liver, heart, or kidney disease;
high blood pressure; any stomach problems; or any other gastrointestinal
disease.
tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or
are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking Naprosyn,
call your doctor.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor
or dentist that you are taking Naprosyn.
you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not drive
a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects
you.
remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug.
Do not drink alcohol while taking Naproxen.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it
is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue
your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make
up for a missed one.
What
side effects can Naprosyn cause?
Although side effects from Naprosyn are not common, they can occur.
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go
away:
headache
dizziness
nervousness
upset stomach
stomach pain or cramps
vomiting
constipation
diarrhea
gas
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor
immediately:
bloody vomit
bloody diarrhea or black, tarry stools
ringing in the ears
blurred vision
swelling of hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
skin rash
itching
What storage conditions are needed for Naprosyn?
Keep Naproxen in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out
of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from
excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication
that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about
the proper disposal of your medication.
What other information should I know?
Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory.
Your doctor will order certain lab tests to check your response
to Naprosyn.
Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask
your pharmacist any questions you have.
