Naproxen Sodium Tablet (Naproxen Sodium)

Adult dose

1. Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis: Administer 275-550mg of naproxen sodium orally twice a day (every 12 hours). 2. Acute gout: Administer 825mg orally as a starting dose and continue with 275mg orally every 8 hours until the attack has subsided. 3. Skeletal muscle disorders, postoperative pain, pain after tooth extraction, dysmenorrhea, tendinitis, bursitis: Administer 550mg of naproxen sodium orally as a starting dose, followed by 275mg every 6-8 hours. Total daily dose should not exceed 1350mg. 4. Migraine: Administer 825mg of naproxen sodium orally as a starting dose. If necessary, can take additional 275-550mg on the same day, 30 minutes after the initial dose. Total daily dose should not exceed 1350mg. Adjust dosage appropriately based on age and symptoms.

This medication should be consulted with a doctor or pharmacist if the patient regularly consumes more than three alcoholic drinks a day, as it increases the risk of gastric bleeding. This drug may affect the cardiovascular system, so patients with heart disease or risk factors should be particularly cautious, and consult a doctor immediately if cardiovascular symptoms appear. Patients or elderly individuals with a history of gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, perforation should take caution when using this drug. Patients with serious diseases like peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, liver disorders, heart failure, kidney disorders, hypertension, should not take this medication. Patients with hypersensitivity or allergy to aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should not use this drug. A thorough evaluation of the patient's condition should be conducted before administration and regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests should be performed if necessary. In the case of prolonged use, adverse reactions should be closely monitored, and use should be stopped immediately if any abnormal symptoms appear and consult a doctor. This medication should not be used in combination with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and may interact with certain drugs, so any medications currently being taken should be disclosed. It should be avoided during pregnancy, especially in the later stages, as it may harm the fetus, and it is also advisable not to take this medication while breastfeeding, as it can affect the infant through breast milk. Children, especially infants under 2 years, should not take it as safety has not been established, and elderly patients should start with a smaller dose and take it cautiously. In the case of overdose, symptoms like drowsiness, indigestion, and vomiting may occur, necessitating an immediate visit to a healthcare facility for appropriate treatment. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container should be avoided as it may adversely affect quality.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• swelling
• sweating
• difficulty breathing
• hematemesis
• gastric bleeding
• ulcers
• perforation
• agranulocytosis
• aplastic anemia

Mild side effects

• Gastric discomfort
• abdominal pain
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• dyspepsia
• heartburn
• diarrhea
• constipation
• mouth ulcers

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, naproxen derivatives, aspirin, or high doses of methotrexate. Avoid use with hydantoins, sulfa drugs, sulfonylurea hypoglycemics, propranolol and other beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors (e.g., captopril), loop diuretics, thiazide diuretics, probenecid, lithium, low-dose methotrexate, and coumarin anticoagulants.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect against air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Light blue oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

10 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP)]