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 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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References

  1. ↑ http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0000526/
  2. ↑ http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0000526/

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