Naproxen

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Naproxen Sodium is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can be prescribed to relieve swelling, stiffness, tenderness, or pain that can be caused by:

  • osteoarthritis
  • rheumatoid arthritis
  • juvenile arthritis
  • ankylosing spondylitis
  • bursitis
  • tendinitis
  • gouty arthritis

Readily available over the counter, naproxen is also used to treat:

  • fevers
  • headaches
  • menstrual pain
  • common colds
  • toothaches
  • muscle ache
  • back pain


Naproxen is in a class of medications called NSAIDs. It works by stopping the body's production of a substance that causes pain, fever, and inflammation.

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