Naproxen
- Generic Name
- Naproxen
- Brand Names
- Aleve, Aleve PM, Aleve-D, Anaprox, Naprelan, Naprosyn, Sallus, Sudafed Sinus & Pain, Treximet, Vimovo
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C14H14O3
- CAS Number
- 22204-53-1
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 57Y76R9ATQ
Overview
Naproxen is classified as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory dug (NSAID) and was initially approved for prescription use in 1976 and then for over-the-counter (OTC) use in 1994. It can effectively manage acute pain as well as pain related to rheumatic diseases, and has a well studied adverse effect profile. Given its overall tolerability and effectiveness, naproxen can be considered a first line treatment for a variety of clinical situations requiring analgesia. Naproxen is available in both immediate and delayed release formulations, in combination with sumatriptan to treat migraines, and in combination with esomeprazole to lower the risk of developing gastric ulcers.
Background
Naproxen is classified as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory dug (NSAID) and was initially approved for prescription use in 1976 and then for over-the-counter (OTC) use in 1994. It can effectively manage acute pain as well as pain related to rheumatic diseases, and has a well studied adverse effect profile. Given its overall tolerability and effectiveness, naproxen can be considered a first line treatment for a variety of clinical situations requiring analgesia. Naproxen is available in both immediate and delayed release formulations, in combination with sumatriptan to treat migraines, and in combination with esomeprazole to lower the risk of developing gastric ulcers.
Indication
Naproxen is indicated for the management of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis, tendinitis, bursitis, acute gout, primary dysmenorrhea, and for the relief of mild to moderate pain. Further, it is first-line therapy for osteoarthritis, acute gouty arthritis, dysmenorrhea, and musculoskeletal inflammation and pain.
Associated Conditions
- Acute Gouty Arthritis
- Acute Migraine
- Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)
- Back pain
- Bursitis
- Extra-Articular Rheumatism
- Fever
- Flu caused by Influenza
- Headache
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- Menstrual Distress (Dysmenorrhea)
- Migraine
- Muscle Spasms
- Nasal Congestion
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Pain
- Post Traumatic Pain
- Postoperative pain
- Primary Dysmenorrhoea
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis, Juvenile
- Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
- Sinusitis
- Tendinitis
- Toothache
- Articular inflammation
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