Naxen Soft Capsule (Naproxen)

Adult dose

1. Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis Administer Naproxen 250-500 mg orally, twice a day (every 12 hours). 2. Acute gout Administer 750 mg orally as a loading dose, then 250 mg orally every 8 hours until the attack subsides. 3. Skeletal muscle disorders, postoperative pain, pain after tooth extraction, dysmenorrhea, tendinitis, bursitis Administer 500 mg orally as an initial dose, followed by 250 mg every 6-8 hours.

Before taking this medication, individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks a day should consult with a physician or pharmacist. Alcohol consumption while taking this medication increases the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. This medication may affect the cardiovascular system and increase the risk of serious cardiovascular conditions such as myocardial infarction or stroke. Particular caution is necessary for those with a history of cardiovascular disease or risk factors. During treatment with this medication, carefully monitor for any cardiovascular symptoms, and immediately consult healthcare professionals if symptoms occur. This medication may increase the risk of serious gastrointestinal adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforations. Particularly, older adults or individuals with a history of gastrointestinal issues may be at greater risk, requiring additional caution. Long-term use of this medication may heighten the risk of gastrointestinal adverse reactions, so it is crucial to inform healthcare professionals promptly if any gastrointestinal-related symptoms occur. Individuals with a history of peptic ulcer, severe blood disorders, liver impairment, heart failure, kidney issues, or severe hypertension should not take this medication. Those allergic to this medication or similar compounds, or have had allergic reactions such as asthma, rhinitis, or hives due to aspirin should also avoid it. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers or bleeding tendencies, poor liver or kidney function, and those with hypertension or heart dysfunction should take this medication with caution. This medication can rarely cause allergic reactions, gastrointestinal bleeding, liver dysfunction, kidney issues, skin rashes, headaches, dizziness, and other diverse side effects, so it is essential to discontinue intake immediately and consult a doctor if any abnormal symptoms appear. Co-administration of this medication with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs increases the risk of side effects, so it is advisable not to use them together. Additionally, this medication may interact with certain blood pressure medications, diuretics, anticoagulants, and antiepileptics; therefore, notify healthcare providers if you are taking such medications. During pregnancy, particularly in the later stages, this medication could harm the fetus, so consult a physician if pregnant. While breastfeeding, this medication can transfer into breast milk and may cause side effects in infants, so it is safer for nursing mothers to avoid taking it. Special care should be taken when administering to children or the elderly, using the minimum effective dose while closely monitoring for side effects. It is important to undergo regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests before and during treatment to check for abnormalities. In case of overdose, symptoms such as drowsiness, chest discomfort, dyspepsia, or vomiting may occur, so seek emergency treatment immediately if these symptoms arise. This medication should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers to maintain its quality.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat → severe allergic reactions
• Severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in the mouth/eyes → severe skin reactions
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory anomalies with cough and fever → respiratory issues
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy → liver abnormalities (jaundice)
• Sudden and severe reactions.

Mild side effects

• Occasionally
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• dyspepsia
• heartburn
• diarrhea
• constipation
• stomatitis

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or naproxen derivatives. It interacts with hydantoin anticonvulsants, sulfonamides, sulfonylureas, propranolol and other beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors (such as captopril), loop and thiazide diuretics, probenecid, aspirin, lithium, methotrexate, coumarin anticoagulants (such as warfarin), zidovudine, and quinolone antibiotics (such as enoxacin).

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture. Keeping it at a temperature between 1°C to 30°C is safe.

Appearance

Pink, transparent oval soft capsules containing a clear, light yellow to light pink liquid

Package unit

10 capsules/PTP