Naproxen
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| + | '''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: | ||
| + | *osteoarthritis | ||
| + | *rheumatoid arthritis | ||
| + | *juvenile arthritis | ||
| + | *ankylosing spondylitis | ||
| + | *bursitis | ||
| + | *tendinitis | ||
| + | *gouty arthritis | ||
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| + | Readily available over the counter, naproxen is also used to treat: | ||
| + | *fevers | ||
| + | *headaches | ||
| + | *menstrual pain | ||
| + | *common colds | ||
| + | *toothaches | ||
| + | *muscle ache | ||
| + | *back pain | ||
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| + | Naproxen is in a class of medications called NSAIDs. It works by stopping the body's production of a substance that causes pain, fever, and inflammation. | ||
==Chemical Properties== | ==Chemical Properties== | ||
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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:
- osteoarthritis
- rheumatoid arthritis
- juvenile arthritis
- ankylosing spondylitis
- bursitis
- tendinitis
- gouty arthritis
Readily available over the counter, naproxen is also used to treat:
- fevers
- headaches
- menstrual pain
- common colds
- toothaches
- muscle ache
- back pain
Naproxen is in a class of medications called NSAIDs. It works by stopping the body's production of a substance that causes pain, fever, and inflammation.
Chemical Properties
Synthesis
Medical Uses
COX-1 & COX-2 Inhibitor
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