Alasaxen Tablet (Naproxen Sodium)

Key information summary

Efficacy & effects

This medication is effective for various arthritis and inflammatory-related diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, tendinitis, acute gout, and dysmenorrhea. It is also used for relieving various types of pain, including migraines, post-extraction pain, postoperative pain, bursitis, muscular disorders, and low back pain. Primarily, it helps reduce inflammation and pain, improving the daily life of patients. This medication is used to effectively treat various painful conditions and inflammatory states.

Dosage

1. Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis: Take 275-550 mg (1-2 tablets) of naproxen sodium, twice daily at intervals of 12 hours. 2. Acute gout: Take an initial dose of 825 mg (3 tablets) and then 275 mg (1 tablet) at 8-hour intervals until the attack subsides. 3. Dysmenorrhea, skeletal muscle disorders, postoperative pain, post-extraction pain, tendinitis, bursitis: Initial dose

Precautions

This medication may pose a risk of gastric bleeding for those who regularly consume more than three cups of alcohol daily, so it is essential to consult with a doctor or pharmacist. Individuals with cardiovascular diseases or risk factors must be carefully monitored as this medication may increase the risk of myocardial infarction or stroke. This medication can cause severe adverse reactions such as ulcers, bleeding, and perforation in the stomach, with a particularly higher risk in the elderly; thus, it is essential to monitor gastrointestinal symptoms during use. Individuals with peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, liver or kidney dysfunctions, severe hypertension, or hypersensitivity to any component of this medication should not take it. Individuals with a history of hypersensitivity or asthma should be cautious when using this medication, particularly those allergic to aspirin and similar drugs should avoid it. Long-term use of this medication requires regular blood tests and liver/kidney function tests to monitor for abnormalities; if any are found, usage should be discontinued. If symptoms like headache, nausea, skin rashes, or breathing difficulties occur while taking this medication, usage should be stopped immediately, and healthcare professional should be consulted. This medication should not be used in late pregnancy as it may harm the fetus; consultation with a physician is necessary during pregnancy. If breastfeeding, this medication may pass into breast milk and affect the newborn, so it is advisable not to take it during this period. It is recommended not to use this medication in children, especially infants under 2 years old, as safety has not been established. Elderly patients face a higher risk of side effects such as gastric bleeding, so it is advised to take the minimum effective dose with caution. This medication may interact with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or specific medications, increasing the risk of side effects; thus, it is critical to inform about any other medications being taken. In case of overdose, symptoms such as drowsiness, dyspepsia, and vomiting may occur, and immediate treatment at a medical facility is required.

Side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), cold sweat, difficulty breathing, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, numbness, dramatically reduced urination, severe overall condition

Interactions

Do not take this medication with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, naproxen derivatives, aspirin, or high doses of methotrexate. Also avoid using with phenytoin anticonvulsants, sulfonamides, sulfonylurea hypoglycemics, propranolol and other beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, loop diuretics and thiazide diuretics, probenecid, lithium, low-dose methotrexate, coumarin anticoagulants, zidovudine, or quinolone antibiotics.

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