Using Naprosyn (Naproxen)
Use of Naprosyn (Naproxen)
Liquid Naprosyn (Naproxen) should be shaken well before each use to mix
the medication evenly.
Naprosyn (Naproxen) should be taken with food or milk as it may upset
your stomach if you don't.
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Dose of Naprosyn (Naproxen)
Naprosyn (Naproxen) comes as a regular tablet, an extended-release tablet,
and a liquid to take by mouth. Naprosyn (Naproxen)is normally 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 prescription label carefully,
and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand.
Take Naprosyn (Naproxen) exactly as directed. Do not take more or less
of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Missed Dose of Naprosyn (Naproxen)
Take the missed dose of Naprosyn (Naproxen) as soon as you remember it.
However, if it is almost time for the next dose of Naprosyn (Naproxen),
skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not
take a double dose to make up for a missed one..
Storage of Naprosyn (Naproxen)
- Keep out of the reach of children.
- Store away from heat and direct light.
- Do not store Naprosyn (Naproxen) tablets in the bathroom, near the
kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the
medicine to break down.
- Do not keep outdated Naprosyn (Naproxen) or Naprosyn (Naproxen) tablets
that are no longer needed.
- Be sure that any discarded Naprosyn (Naproxen) is out of the reach
of children.
Precautions While Using Naprosyn (Naproxen)
If your symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become
worse, check with your doctor.
Naprosyn (Naproxen) may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate
machinery until you know how Naprosyn (Naproxen) affects you.
Alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by Naprosyn (Naproxen). Do not
drink alcohol while taking Naprosyn (Naproxen).
In case of emergency/overdose call your local poison control center.
If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency
services.
Side Effects of Naprosyn (Naproxen)
Although side effects from Naprosyn (Naproxen) 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
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Naprosyn (Naproxen)
Naprosyn is the brand name of the medicine Naproxen. Naprosyn (Naproxen) 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.
Naprosyn (Naproxen) is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Naprosyn (Naproxen), aspirin or other medications for pain or arthritis, or any other drugs.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription 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 (Naproxen) 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 (Naproxen), call your doctor.
If you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking Naprosyn (Naproxen). For more information on Naprosyn (Naproxen), click
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