NAPROSYN
(NAPROXEN)
Naprosyn Information
Naprosyn is a popular
drug also known under the name of Naproxen.
This medicine belongs to a wide class of drugs known as nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). This drug is known for its ability to reduce
the harmful hormones that cause pain and inflammation in the body. Therefore,
this medicine is widely prescribed to treat inflammation and pain that can be
caused by medical conditionssuch
as bursitis, arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, menstrual cramps,
tendinitis, or gout.
Naprosyn Indications
Naprosyn is a medicine
that is widely prescribed in the treatment of pain and inflammation that can be
caused by a variety of medical conditions. However, if you have any doubts
regarding why your physician has asked you to start taking Naproxen, you should ask him, because
this medicine can be given to prevent or to treat some other disorders, that
have not been mentioned here.
A treatment with an NSAID can sometimes
increase the risk of developing some life-threatening circulation or heart
disorders (this also includes heart attack or stroke). If you take an NSAID for
a prolonged period of time, this risk becomes even higher. You should not take
this drug before or immediately after having a bypass surgery (that is also
known as coronary artery bypass graft - CABG).
A treatment with an NSAID is also known to increase the risk of developing severe intestines or stomach disorders, this includes perforation and bleeding. Elderly patients that are taking an NSAID (such as Naprosyn) are more prone to developing these conditions.
A treatment with an NSAID is also known to increase the risk of developing severe intestines or stomach disorders, this includes perforation and bleeding. Elderly patients that are taking an NSAID (such as Naprosyn) are more prone to developing these conditions.
You should not take this drug if you
are allergic to it or to any of its ingredients. You should alert your personal
physician if you suffer from allergies to NSAIDs or to aspirin. You should
alert your personal physician if you are suffering from allergies to any other
medicine, or if you have:
- a history of stroke, heart attack, or blood clot problems;
- heart disorders, high blood pressure, congestive heart failure;
- stomach bleeding or ulcers;
- kidney or liver disease;
- nose polyps;
- asthma;
- if you are a smoker.
If you are suffering from any of the
conditions you may not be allowed to start taking Naprosyn or you may have to
take in a lower dose of Naproxen (your physician should also monitor your
treatment with this medicine.
Naprosyn is a category C
FDA pregnancy drug. Therefore, this drug can have harmful effects on a growing
fetus. You should ask your personal physician if you may start taking Naproxen
if you are pregnant or if you plan to be so soon. During the pregnancy’s first
3 months, a treatment with this medicine can sometimes result in unwanted birth
defects. It has been established that this medicine can and does pass into
breastmilk. It is highly recommended that you ask your physician if it is safe
to take this medicine if you are breastfeeding an infant. You should ask a
pediatrician if you may give this drug to a child under the age of 2.
Naproxen is also known
to make a patient’s skin more sensitive to direct sunlight; therefore it could
result in sunburn.
Naprosyn Intake Guidelines
Ask your physician how and when to take
Naprosyn. You should not disregard any of your physician’s indications. You can
also consult the drug’s label for further instructions. If you have any other
questions, you should refer to a doctor, pharmacist or nurse.
It is highly recommended that you avoid
crushing, chewing, or breaking the Naprosyn tablet. You should try to swallow
the tablet as a whole, because it is meant to slowly release its contents into
the body. The tablets have a special coating that prevents it from harming the
stomach, thus avoiding stomach upset. If you are taking the oral suspension of
Naprosyn, you should shake it before measuring the dose that you should take.
To make sure that you take the correct amount of suspension, you can measure it
with a special measuring device (such as a measuring cup or a measuring spoon).
If you do not own such a device, you should buy one from a pharmacy. It is
recommended that you keep the package of Naprosyn away from heat and moisture,
stored in a cool and dry place. Keep it out of reach of pets and children to
avoid accidents.
Naprosyn Dosage
Ask your personal physician to tell you
the correct dose of Naprosyn that
you should take in, in order to get the best results. Do not make any
adjustments to your prescribed dose of Naproxen without your physician’s consent. Avoid taking
double doses of this medicine without asking your doctor if it is safe.
Naprosyn Overdose
You are in need of immediate medical
care if you suspect that you are suffering from overdose with this medicine.
The known Naprosyn overdose symptoms usually include vomiting, nausea,
confusion, stomach pain, drowsiness, bloody or black stools, shallow breathing,
coughing up blood, fainting, or coma.
Naprosyn Side Effects
Alert your personal physician if you
experience anything bothersome during your treatment with Naprosyn.
Naprosyn Drug Reactions
Ask your personal physician if you may
take any other drugs while taking Naprosyn
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