Naproxen Definition

nə-prŏksən
noun
A white, crystalline powder, C14H14O3, used as a nonsteroidal, anti-inflammatory drug to relieve pain and reduce fever, esp. in the treatment of arthritis, migraine, and menstrual cramps.
Webster's New World
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Origin of Naproxen

  • Shortening and alteration of methoxynaphthylpropionic acid one of its chemical names

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Naproxen Sentence Examples

  • Over the last few weeks I have tried Brufen, Diclofenac, Naproxen and Mobic, Still got swollen knees!

  • Examples of NSAIDs are Carprofen (Rimadyl), Meloxicam (Metacam), Naproxen (Aleve) and Aspirin.

  • These drugs may include over-thecounter pain-relieving medications such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen, naproxen, or anti-nausea medications (called antiemitics).

  • Non-steroid anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drugs, such as ibuprofen or naproxen used to manage pain and inflammation can also aggravate psoriasis.

  • The use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen and naproxen sodium may lead to increased bruising.

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