Orxen 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 7.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Naproxen sodium |
| Company | Orbit pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Juvenile arthritis
- Tendonitis
- Bursitis
- Acute gout
- Primary dysmenorrhea & pain
Pharmacology
- COX-1 and COX-2 enzyme inhibition
- Prostaglandin synthesis
- Antipyretic
- Analgesic
- Anti-inflammatory properties
Dosage & Administration
- Oral administration with water
- Enteric Coated Tablet for adults and children
- Naproxen Suspension for juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
- Naproxen Gel application
Interaction
- ACE inhibitors impact
- Antacids & Sucralfate delay absorption
- Aspirin interaction
- Diuretics effect on natriuretic
- Methotrexate toxicity enhancement
- Warfarin risk of GI bleeding
- Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI) risk of GI bleeding
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Naproxen
- Asthma or allergic reactions after taking aspirin/NSAIDs
- Perioperative pain in coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal effects
- Central Nervous System effects
- Dermatological effects
- Cardiovascular effects
- Visual and hearing disturbances
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Adverse effects on fetus
- Delay in parturition
- Risk to the breast-fed infant
Precautions & Warnings
- Renal effects
- Abnormal renal pathology
- Acute interstitial nephritis
- Hematuria
- Proteinuria
- Nephrotic syndrome
- Hepatic effects
- Jaundice
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 reach of children