Generic naproxen tablets are taken orally. Your doctor will inform you of the right dosage or number of capsules you should be taking each day based on your age, overall health, and medical conditions.
It is advised you take one tablet every 8 to 12 hours until symptoms persist.
For arthritis, it may take up to two weeks of consistently taking naproxen before you see results.
Mechanism of Action
Naproxen works by blocking COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes which lead to the decreased prostaglandin synthesis. The COX-1 enzyme is constitutively active and can be found in normal tissues like the stomach lining while the COX-2 enzyme is inducible and produces prostaglandins which alleviate pain, fever, and inflammation. Before using this medication notify your doctor if you have or are:
Allergic to any food or syrup or substance
Heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or if you smoke
A history of heart attack, stroke, or blood clot
A history of stomach ulcers or bleeding
Asthma
Liver or kidney disease
Fluid retention
If you take aspirin to prevent heart attack or stroke
Pregnant or are planning to become pregnant or are nursing a baby Below are the possible side effects that you may experience from taking naproxen. These side effects are possible but do not always occur. If you experience any of these side effects, stop taking the product and immediately consult with your doctor.
Shortness of breath (even with mild exertion)
Swelling or rapid weight gain
Skin rash
Signs of stomach bleeding ? bloody or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds
Liver problems ? nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, tired feeling, flu-like symptoms, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes)
Kidney problems ? little or no urinating, painful or difficult urination, swelling in your feet or ankles, feeling tired or short of breath
Low red blood cells (anemia) ? pale skin, feeling light-headed or short of breath, rapid heart rate, trouble concentrating
Severe skin reaction ? fever, sore throat, swelling in your face or tongue, burning in your eyes, skin pain followed by a red or purple skin rash that spreads (especially in the face or upper body) and causes blistering and peeling
Indigestion, heartburn, stomach pain, nausea
Headache, dizziness, drowsiness
Bruising, itching, rash
Swelling
Ringing in your ears
Naproxen tablets are available in all The Generics Pharmacy branches nationwide at a very affordable price.
500mg
Generic naproxen tablets are taken orally. Your doctor will inform you of the right dosage or number of capsules you should be taking each day based on your age, overall health, and medical conditions.
It is advised you take one tablet every 8 to 12 hour
Precautions:
Before using this medication notify your doctor if you have or are:
Allergic to any food or syrup or substance
Heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or if you smoke
A history of heart attack, stroke, or blood clot
A history of s
Side Effects:
Feeling sick (nausea) try taking omeprazole with or after a meal or snack.