Naxen Tablet (Naproxen)

Adult dose

1. Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis For adults, take naproxen orally at a dose of 250-500mg twice daily (every 12 hours). 2. Acute gout For adults, administer an initial dose of 750mg of naproxen orally, followed by 250mg orally every 8 hours until the attack resolves. 3. Skeletal muscle disorders, postoperative pain, pain after tooth extraction, dysmenorrhea, tendinitis, bursitis For adults, naproxen

This medicine should be taken only after consulting a doctor or pharmacist if the patient regularly consumes three or more alcoholic beverages daily. The risk of gastrointestinal bleeding may increase when taken with alcohol. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Serious vascular issues such as heart attacks or strokes can occur, so patients with cardiovascular disease or risk factors should exercise caution. Cardiovascular symptoms should be carefully monitored during use, and if symptoms develop, immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is required. This medication can cause serious gastrointestinal problems like gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforations. The risk may be higher in elderly patients or those taking it long-term, so immediate treatment is necessary if gastrointestinal symptoms appear. Patients with peptic ulcers, severe liver impairment, kidney impairment, hypertension, severe heart failure, etc., should not take this medication. Additionally, those with allergies to this drug's components or similar medications should avoid it. Allergic reactions such as hypersensitivity, difficulty breathing, hypotension, skin rashes may occur rarely; if such symptoms appear, the use should be stopped immediately, and healthcare professionals should be consulted. This medication can affect liver and kidney functions, so patients with liver or kidney disease must consult healthcare professionals before taking it, and regular monitoring is required during use. This medication should not be taken especially during late pregnancy; women who may become pregnant should consult with a physician before use. Nursing mothers should also refrain from taking this medication. It is advisable not to administer this medication to infants under 2 years of age, and for children, it should be given carefully at the minimum effective dose. Elderly patients are at higher risk for side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding, so start at the minimum dose and closely monitor for adverse reactions. This medication may interact with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, certain anticonvulsants, antihypertensives, diuretics, anticoagulants, etc., so it is essential to inform healthcare professionals of any other medications being taken. In case of overdose, symptoms such as drowsiness, indigestion, and vomiting may occur; immediate medical treatment is required in such cases. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children, and it is safer not to transfer it to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), cold sweat, swelling (swelling), difficulty breathing, anaphylactic reactions, hematemesis, gastrointestinal bleeding, peptic ulcers, perforation, jaundice, hepatitis, renal impairment, renal failure, severe headaches, confusion, aseptic meningitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, severe skin adverse reactions, impaired platelet function, blood abnormalities (agranulocytosis, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, aplastic anemia, hemolytic anemia), severe

Mild side effects

• Gastric discomfort
• gastric pain
• abdominal pain
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• indigestion
• heartburn
• diarrhea
• constipation

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication in combination with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, or high doses of methotrexate. It also should not be taken with hydantoin-based anticonvulsants, sulfonamides, sulfonylurea hypoglycemic agents, propranolol and other beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, loop diuretics and thiazide diuretics, probenecid, lithium, low-dose methotrexate, coumarin anticoagulants, zidovudine, and fluoroquinolone antibiotics.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. Additionally, it is important to store the medication in a cool, dry place to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Light yellow (pale yellow) oval tablet

Package unit

10 tablets/PTP