Napoxen 250 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 4.00 (50's pack: ৳ 200.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Naproxen sodium |
| Company | Edruc limited |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Juvenile arthritis
- Tendonitis
- Bursitis
- Acute gout
- Primary dysmenorrhea
Pharmacology
- COX-1 and COX-2 enzyme blocking
- Prostaglandin synthesis inhibition
- Antipyretic properties
- Analgesic properties
- Anti-inflammatory properties
Dosage & Administration
- Naproxen Enteric Coated Tablet
- Naproxen Suspension
- Naproxen Gel
- Dosage for rheumatoid arthritis/ osteoarthritis/ ankylosing spondylitis
- Dosage for acute gout
- Dosage for dysmenorrhoea
- Dosage for analgesia and acute musculoskeletal disorders
- Dosage for juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
- Dosage for different weight categories of children
Interaction
- ACE inhibitors interaction
- Antacids & Sucralfate interaction
- Aspirin interaction
- Diuretics interaction
- Methotrexate interaction
- Warfarin interaction
- Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI) interaction
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Naproxen
- Asthma, urticaria or allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs
- Pre/post-coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal side effects
- Central Nervous System side effects
- Dermatological side effects
- Cardiovascular side effects
- Visual disturbances
- Hearing disturbances
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Effect on fetus
- Delay in parturition
- Premature closure of ductus arteriosus
- Severe pulmonary hypertension
- Excretion in breast milk
- Balancing benefits and risks
Precautions & Warnings
- Renal effects
- Acute interstitial nephritis
- Hematuria
- Proteinuria
- Abnormal renal pathology
- Hepatic effects
- Jaundice attributed to Naproxen
- Monitoring of serum creatinine
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs for Osteoarthritis
- Drugs used for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Storage Conditions
- Temperature below 30°C
- Protected from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children