Naproxen
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Naproxen
Naproxen Sodium is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can be prescribed to relieve swelling, stiffness, tenderness, or pain that can be caused by:[1]
- osteoarthritis
- rheumatoid arthritis
- juvenile arthritis
- ankylosing spondylitis
- bursitis
- tendinitis
- gouty arthritis
Readily available over the counter, naproxen is also used to treat:[2]
- headaches
- menstrual pain
- common colds
- toothaches
- muscle ache
- back pain
"Naproxen and naproxen sodium are marketed under various trade names, including: Aleve, Anaprox, Antalgin, Feminax Ultra, Flanax, Inza, Midol Extended Relief, Miranax, Nalgesin, Naposin, Naprelan, Naprogesic, Naprosyn, Narocin, Proxen, Synflex and Xenobid."[3] Like other NSAID medications naproxen is known to cause ulcers, bleeding, or holes in the lining of the stomach and intestines and should always be taken with a glass of water.
Some of naproxen's side effects, are and are not limited too: constipation, diarrhea, sores in mouth, excessive thirst, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, ringing in the ears, hearing problems. More severe symptoms such as blisters, changes in vision, rash, hives, difficulty breathing, flu-like symptoms, bloody urine, and stomach pain are also known to occur.[4]
Chemical Properties
IUPAC:(+)-(S)-2-(6-methoxynaphthalen-2-yl)propanoic acid
Molecular Weight:230.250 g/mol
Chemical Formula: C14O3H14
Synthesis
Naproxen In Vivo
COX-1 & COX-2 Inhibitor
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