However, because drugs affect each person differently, we cannot guarantee that this list includes all possible dosages. Always speak with your doctor or pharmacist about dosages that are right for you.
Naproxen can cause high blood pressure or make your high blood pressure worse. It can also make your high blood pressure medications not work as well. You may need to watch your blood pressure level carefully while taking naproxen. Some formulations of this medication have extra salt in them. Naproxen can cause an asthma attack. If you have an allergic reaction, call your doctor or local poison control center right away.
If your symptoms are severe, call or go to the nearest emergency room. Taking it again could be fatal cause death. Naproxen may cause life threatening allergic reactions. Either can cause severe damage to your skin or internal organs and can lead to death. Naproxen can cause harm to an unborn baby if taken at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy. For people with stomach problems: If you have a history of ulcers or stomach or intestinal bleeding, naproxen increases your risk of stomach or intestinal bleeding.
If you have serious kidney disease, you should not use this drug. For pregnant women: Naproxen is a pregnancy category C drug. That means two things:.
Avoid naproxen during the third trimester of pregnancy. It could harm your pregnancy. For women who are breastfeeding: Naproxen is passed through breast milk and could cause side effects in a child who is breastfed. Breastfeeding is not recommended while taking this medication.
Your body may process this drug more slowly. Too much of the drug in your body can be harmful. Prescription naproxen oral tablet is a short-term drug treatment.
For this drug to work well, a certain amount needs to be in your body at all times. If you take too much: You could have dangerous levels of the drug in your body. Symptoms of an overdose of this drug can include:. If your symptoms are severe, call or go to the nearest emergency room right away. What to do if you miss a dose: If you miss your dose, take it as soon as you can. How to tell if the drug is working: Signs that the drug is working will depend on the condition being treated.
A prescription for this medication is refillable. You should not need a new prescription for this medication to be refilled. Your doctor will write the number of refills authorized on your prescription.
Your doctor will request tests to check your health and make sure this drug is working for you. These tests may include:. There are other drugs available to treat your condition. Some may be more suitable for you than others. Talk with your doctor about possible alternatives. Disclaimer: Healthline has made every effort to make certain that all information is factually correct, comprehensive, and up-to-date.
However, this article should not be used as a substitute for the knowledge and expertise of a licensed healthcare professional. You should always consult your doctor or other healthcare professional before taking any medication. The drug information contained herein is subject to change and is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects.
The body reaches peak levels of naproxen in 2—4 hours and naproxen sodium in 1—2 hours, meaning that it absorbs naproxen sodium faster than regular naproxen. Prescription naproxen is known as Naprosyn and Anaprox. Naproxen is available for purchase in drug stores, or people can choose between brands online. There are various types and strengths of naproxen. Regular naproxen tablets contain milligrams mg , mg, or mg of naproxen.
Fast-absorbing naproxen sodium is available in mg OTC capsules and tablets , and mg and mg tablets by prescription. Low-dose naproxen is available in tablet or capsule form. Children and people who have difficulty swallowing tablets can use naproxen suspension. Naproxen suspension contains 25 mg of the drug per milliliter ml. The following table lists the inactive ingredients in regular naproxen, naproxen sodium, and naproxen suspension.
People who have allergies or intolerances to any inactive ingredients should avoid using naproxen. Naproxen is also available in enteric-coated tablets. These tablets release naproxen in the intestine rather than in the stomach. This formulation helps prevent gastrointestinal side effects that manufacturers have sometimes associated with naproxen.
Similarly to regular naproxen, enteric-coated tablets come in tablets of mg, mg, and mg. The dose of naproxen that a person requires depends on why they are using the medication.
A general rule is to use the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible duration. This dosing helps prevent side effects from occurring. Doctors advise people to take naproxen and other NSAIDs with food to prevent gastrointestinal side effects. For fever and mild to moderate pain, adults between 12 and 65 years old can take one mg tablet of naproxen every 12 hours. Children under 12 years old should not take naproxen unless their doctor recommends it.
People can manage the symptoms of osteoarthritis, which is commonly known as arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis with a dose of mg to mg of naproxen every 12 hours. Naproxen does not cure these conditions but offers relief from pain and inflammation. People with experience acute gout attacks may take mg for one dose, followed by mg every 8 hours.
Doctors can prescribe naproxen to manage the pain and inflammation caused by juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. People can administer the liquid suspension of naproxen to children 2 years old and older. Using naproxen to relieve pain from headaches and migraine headaches is controversial.
People can try taking mg of naproxen sodium every 12 hours and may increase it to mg if needed. The daily dose should not exceed 1, mg. This means that naproxen sodium should remain active for longer than other anti-inflammatory drugs. Although naproxen can be used to reduce the pain of headaches and migraine headaches, other NSAIDs may provide better relief.
People should only use OTC naproxen for a short-term period of between 3—5 days for pain and no more than 3 days for fever. If they need ongoing treatment, people should consult their doctor first. They should not be taking more than 1, mg in 24 hours. Studies have not shown any benefit in using daily doses higher than 1, mg , but some sources suggest a maximum of 1, mg per day for up to 6 months for arthritis.
Considerations include the dose and duration of treatment, other medical diagnoses a person may have, and individual risk factors. The following table from the naproxen monograph lists the most common side effects grouped by body system.
The side effects in this table occur in approximately 3 to 9 percent of people. Other forms of naproxen are more suitable for acute pain. Your dosage will depend on the formulation you use, your medical condition, the severity of your pain, your age, and other factors.
Naproxen is used for numerous medical conditions. Health Topics. Health Tools. Naproxen Aleve. Reviewed: November 16, Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have: heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or if you smoke; a heart attack, stroke, or blood clot; stomach ulcers or bleeding; asthma; liver or kidney disease; fluid retention; or if you take aspirin to prevent heart attack or stroke.
Side Effects. Side Effects What are the side effects of Naproxen Aleve? Stop using naproxen and call your doctor at once if you have: shortness of breath even with mild exertion ; swelling or rapid weight gain; the first sign of any skin rash or blister, no matter how mild; signs of stomach bleeding --bloody or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds; liver problems --nausea, upper stomach pain, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice yellowing of the skin or eyes ; kidney problems --little or no urination, painful urination, swelling in your feet or ankles; or low red blood cells anemia --pale skin, unusual tiredness, feeling light-headed or short of breath, cold hands and feet.
Common side effects may include: headache; indigestion, heartburn, stomach pain; or flu symptoms; This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Interactions What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Naproxen Aleve? Avoid drinking alcohol. It may increase your risk of stomach bleeding. Avoid taking aspirin unless your doctor tells you to. Take this medicine with food or milk if it upsets your stomach. If you use naproxen long-term, you may need frequent medical tests.
What should I do if I missed a dose of Naproxen Aleve? If you think you or someone else may have overdosed on: Naproxen Aleve , call your doctor or the Poison Control center. If someone collapses or isn't breathing after taking Naproxen Aleve , call What to Expect You should start feeling better about one hour after you take naproxen. Additional Dosage Information Your dosage will depend on the formulation you use, your medical condition, the severity of your pain, your age, and other factors.
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