It is a pain-relieving medication.
naproxen-oral
This medicine is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (an autoimmune condition with joint inflammation), osteoarthritis (inflammation in the bones), ankylosing spondylosis (an inflammatory condition that results in the fusion of bones in your spine), musculoskeletal disorders, acute gout (a complex form of arthritis), dysmenorrhea (painful menstrual cramps), migraine and post-operative pain.
Contradications
This medicine is contraindicated in the case of aspirin/anti-inflammatory induced allergy, stomach and intestinal ulcers, severe heart failure history, hemorrhage (blood leakage), bleeding diathesis (unusual susceptibility to bleed), liver and kidney disorders, and in people with creatinine clearance (creatinine removal from the body through kidneys) 20mL/min.
Side effects
Side effects include GI upset, bleeding and ulceration, abdominal pain, skin and hypersensitivity reactions, headache, dizziness, tinnitus (ringing in the ear), vertigo (head-spinning), blood disorders, altered LFTs (inadequate liver profile), edema (swelling), hypertension (increased blood pressure), cardiac failure, CNS disturbance (decreased nervous system response), headache, fatigue, dyspnea (shortness of breath), impaired hearing, visual disturbances, and thirst.
Expert Advice
- What is the use of this medicine?
It is a medicine that reduces inflammation and pain in joints and muscles. Also used in migraine, Dysmenorrhoea (painful menstrual cycles), lumbosacral pain (lower back pain), acute gout (painful condition in only one joint) and postoperative pain. - What are its side effects?
The most common side effects of this medication are GI upset, bleeding, ulceration, abdominal pain, skin reactions, hypersensitivity reactions, confusion, vertigo (head spinning), blood dyscrasias (blood disorder), altered LFTs (abnormal liver function tests), oedema (fluid retention in body), hypertension (increased blood pressure), cardiac failure (heart failure), CNS disturbances, headache, dyspnea (difficulty in breathing), impaired hearing, ringing in the ears, changes in vision, tiredness, drowsiness, dizziness, and rashes. - Is it safe for use during pregnancy and lactation?
Its use is not recommended in either of these conditions. Consult your doctor. - How should it be administered?
This medication is taken immediately after meals. Consult your doctor for further assistance. - How to store it?
Store at room temperature, away from light and moisture, and out of the reach of children. - What are its precautions?
Kidney and liver impairment, Asthma, allergy, cardiovascular risk factors, increased blood pressure, congestive heart failure, hypovolemia (low extracellular fluid in the body), ulcerative colitis (inflammatory bowel disease), visual disturbances, Crohn’s disease (Inflammatory bowel disease), SLE (autoimmune disease). Check with your doctor for further assistance. - What are the contraindications?
Severe heart failure, Aspirin induced allergy, Gastric or duodenal ulcer, Heart failure, hemorrhage, Liver and kidney failure. Consult your doctor for further assistance.
FAQs
What does this medication do?
Is it used against sinus infections?
Yes, it is used to treat associated pain and swelling but does not eradicate the infection.
Is it safe for the use of hypertensive patients?
Although it is safe but a slight rise in blood pressure is noticed in sensitive patients. Inform your doctor right away if this happens
Does it cause addiction?
No, it does not.
Is it safe during pregnancy?
No, it should be avoided during pregnancy.
Can it be used against headaches?
Yes, it can be.
