Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Naproxen
Drug Class
Antiinflammatory And Antirheumatic Products
Chemical Class
Propionic Acid
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
What is Aproxen?
pain or inflammation caused by c...
used to treat pain or inflammation caused by conditions such as arthritis , ankylosing spondylitis , tendinitis, bursitis, gout, or menst...
acute pain caused by other condi...
used to treat acute pain caused by other conditions not listed in this medication guide
acute pain
treat acute pain
How It Works
Chemical Class
Propionic Acid
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Analgesics and Anti-inflammatory Agents pharmacological group
Naproxen Sodium is the derivative of Naproxen. It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Propionic Acid. It belongs to Cyclo-oxygenase inhibitor pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Analgesics and Anti-inflammatory Agents pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Naproxen is 230.25. Its pKa is 4.39.
How to Take It
1
Adult · PO
250 to 500 mg — 12 hourly
For Musculoskeletal disorder and Dysmenorrhea .Initially given 500 mg which is followed by 250 mg every 6 or 8 hr
2
Adult · PO
250 to 1000 mg — 12 hourly
For rheumatic disease and chronic pain.It should be taken after food
3
Adult · PO
750 mg — 12 hourly
For Acute Gout .Initially given 500 mg which is followed by 250 mg every 8 hr
4
Adult · Rectal (supp)
500 mg — As recommended.
For Musculoskeletal Disorder and Dysmenorrhea .1 suppository given at Bed time followed by 1 suppository in the morning.
5
Adult
Scraped Dose
Use naproxen exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Use the lowest dose that is effective in
6
Child · Oral
5 to 0 mg/kg — 12 hourly
1 month to 18 years which may be increased to 10-15mg/kg twice daily.
Safety Alerts
Active GI bleeding or ulceration, history of GI bleeding or perforation related to previous NSAID therapy, history of recurrent GI haemorrhage or ulceration (two or more distinct episodes), severe heart failure, aspirin/anti-inflammatory induced allergy, hepatic and renal failure
creatinine clearance <20 ml/min
Important Warnings
Allergic disorders, cardiac impairment, cerebrovascular disease, coagulation defects, connective-tissue disorders, Crohns disease, elderly, heart failure, ischaemic heart disease, peripheral arterial disease, risk factors for cardiovascular events, ulcerative colitis (may be exacerbated), uncontrolled hypertension, renal or hepatic impairment, monitor on long-term therapy, asthma
Side Effects
Abdominal painangioedemablood disordersbronchospasmcolitisCrohns diseasedepressiondiarrhoeadizzinessdrowsinessfluid retentionGI bleeding and ulcerationGI disturbanceshaematuriaheadache
Drug Interactions
Anticoagulants
antiplatelets
hydantoins
sulfo-nylureas
quinolones
sulphonamides
diuretics
lithium
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
Contraindicated in pregnancy
Lactation
Contraindicated
Storage
Tab Store Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture. Suppositries Store Below 15°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture. Suspension Store Below 30°C.
Price Intelligence
Rs 271
Servaid observed price · as of 30 July 2026
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
ServaidRs 271
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