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Naproxen is used for:
Treating rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and juvenile arthritis. It is used to treat tendonitis, bursitis, gout, menstrual cramps, or mild to moderate pain. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Naproxen is an NSAID. Exactly how it works is not known. It may block certain substances in the body that are linked to inflammation. NSAIDs treat the symptoms of pain and inflammation. They do not treat the disease that causes those symptoms.
Do NOT use Naproxen if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Naproxen
- you have had a severe allergic reaction (eg, severe rash, hives, trouble breathing, growths in the nose, dizziness) to aspirin or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) (eg, ibuprofen, celecoxib)
- you have recently had or will be having bypass heart surgery
- you are in the last 3 months of pregnancy
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
How to use Naproxen :
Use Naproxen as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Naproxen comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Naproxen refilled.
- Take Naproxen by mouth. It may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach. Taking it with food may not lower the risk of stomach of bowel problems (eg, bleeding, ulcers). Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have persistent stomach upset.
- Take Naproxen with a full glass of water (8 oz/240 mL) as directed by your doctor.
- If you take antacids, cholestyramine, or sucralfate, ask your doctor or pharmacist how to take them with Naproxen .
- If you miss a dose of Naproxen and you are taking it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Naproxen .
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