Naproxen is effective in treating pain and inflammation, which is why the drug is being used in patients suffering from Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Aankylosing Spondylitis, and Juvenile Arthritis. As it is a member of the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug group, its usage for treating Tendonitis, Bursitis, Gout, Menstrual Cramps, and General Pain is extremely successful. Apart from these conditions, the drug can be recommended for any other appropriate condition.
Naproxen is available in different brand names and is available as an over the counter drug as well. As it is extremely risky to use the drug without proper guidance the strengths of the dose available as an over the counter drug is limited. Aleve is the brand name of the over the counter Naproxen and is available in all pharmaceuticals. Thus, you require a prescription to get a higher dose. The minimum dose exceeding which will cause an overdose varies from patient to patient.
Naproxen when taken in an empty stomach at times can cause stomach upset. In such situations, the drug can be taken with food but such practice will not decrease the risks of ulcers and bleeding in the stomach. You must visit a doctor if the stomach upset continues even after taking the drug with food. Ulcers and bleeding of the stomach are some of the side effects you will develop while under the Naproxen medication. Other normally reported side effects are :
Constipation
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Gas
Headache
Heartburn
Nausea
Stomach Upset
Stuffy Nose
Naproxen must be consumed with a full glass of water and must not be taken with other medications because of the possibility of drug interaction. You must consult a doctor before taking other over the counter drugs while under the Naproxen medication.For an effective treatment the drug must be taken everyday as recommended by the doctor.
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