Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Sumatriptan
Drug Class
Neuro
Chemical Class
Propionic Acid
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
ATC Code
N02CC01
Status
Essential Medicine
What is Sumoxen?
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
Coronary vasospasm, ischaemic heart disease, uncontrolled, moderate and severe hypertension, peripheral vascular disease, previous cerebrovascular accident, previous myocardial infarction, previous transient ischaemic attack, Prinzmetals angina, active GI bleeding or ulceration or haemorrhage (two or more distinct episodes), severe heart failure, NSIAD induced allergy, hepatic and renal failure
Important Warnings
Predisposition to coronary artery disease, asthma, elderly, history of seizures, mild controlled hypertension, pre-existing cardiac disease, risk factors for seizures, renal or hepatic impairment (reduce dose), allergic disorders
Side Effects
Anxietyarthralgiabradycardiadiarrhoeadizzinessdrowsinessraised blood pressuredyspneafatigueflushingmyalgianauseasensory disturbancestransient increase in blood pressurevomiting
Drug Interactions
MAOIs
ergotamine
SSR1s
St. Johns Wort
anticoagulants
antiplatelets
hydantoins
sulfo-nylureas
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
Avoid unless the potential benefit outweighs the risk.
Lactation
Withhold breast-feeding for 12 hours after treatment.
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 380.34
DVAGO observed price · per pack of 2 · as of 30 July 2026
Rs 190.17 per unit
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
ServaidRs 286
DVAGOper pack of 2Rs 380.34
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Sumatriptan, and what they are not.You pay Rs 8 more than the cheapest equivalent
Identical active ingredient at the same strength. Cheapest per unit first.
Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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