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Naprosyn Syrup is used to reduce pain and swelling in muscles and joints in conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis (pain and stiffness in the backbone), cervical spondylitis (wear and tear of spinal discs in the neck) and acute gout (severe pain due to excess of uric acid). It contains Naproxen, which works by reducing the production of chemical, known as prostaglandins, that cause pain and swelling. In some cases, you may experience indigestion, heartburn, stomach pain, nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, bruising, itching, rash, and ringing in your ears. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

NAPROXEN-125MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

RPG Life Sciences Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Naprosyn Syrup

Naprosyn Syrup belongs to a class of painkillers known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Naprosyn Syrup is primarily used to reduce pain and swelling in muscles and joints in conditions. Arthritis is a condition that causes swelling of one or more joints, resulting in pain and stiffness of joints that worsen over time.

Naprosyn Syrup contains Naproxen, which works by blocking the action of the cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body that is involved in the production of certain chemical substances, such as prostaglandins, that cause pain and swelling. It thereby helps in relieving pain and swelling associated with different types of arthritis.

Take Naprosyn Syrup as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your Naprosyn Syrup based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience indigestion, heartburn, stomach pain, nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, bruising, itching, rash, and ringing in your ears. Most of these side effects of Naprosyn Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Naprosyn Syrup or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Naprosyn Syrup. Naprosyn Syrup may cause an increased risk of severe heart problems like myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. It should not be used by a patient who has undergone recent heart bypass surgery or is going to have it. Naprosyn Syrup increases the risk of severe gastrointestinal conditions like bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal.

Uses of Naprosyn Syrup

Naprosyn Syrup is used in the treatment of joint pains and menstrual cramps. The detailed uses of Naprosyn Syrup are as follows:

  • Pain Relief: Naprosyn Syrup is commonly used to alleviate mild to moderate pain, including headaches, toothaches, and muscle aches, providing relief and improving daily functioning.
  • Anti-inflammatory: Naprosyn Syrup is effective in reducing inflammation associated with conditions such as arthritis, helping to ease symptoms related to swelling and stiffness in the joints.
  • Menstrual Discomfort: Naprosyn Syrup can be used to treat dysmenorrhea, offering relief from menstrual cramps and associated discomfort during the menstrual cycle.
  • Tendinitis and Bursitis: Naprosyn Syrup is helpful in the treatment of tendinitis and bursitis, providing relief from the pain and inflammation in the tendons and bursae around joints.

Directions for Use

  • Naprosyn Syrup can be taken with or without food or as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Measure the prescribed dose using a measuring cup to ensure accuracy and administer it orally.
  • Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not measure the dose correctly. 
  • Shake well before use.

Medicinal Benefits

Naprosyn Syrup is used to reduce pain and swelling in muscles and joints in conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis (pain and stiffness in the backbone), cervical spondylitis (wear and tear of spinal discs in the neck) and acute gout (severe pain due to excess of uric acid). It is also used to treat fibrositis (muscle pain and stiffness), tenosynovitis (swelling of tendons), low back pain, strains and sprains.

How Naprosyn Syrup Works

Naprosyn Syrup contains Naproxen, which works by blocking the action of the cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body that is involved in the production of certain chemical substances, such as prostaglandins, that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, helps in relieving pain and swelling associated with different types of arthritis.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Naprosyn Syrup out of the sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Naprosyn Syrup

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Naprosyn Syrup as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include lack of energy, drowsiness, dizziness, abdominal discomfort, epigastric pain, nausea, indigestion, heartburn, vomiting or disorientation. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Naprosyn Syrup or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Naprosyn Syrup is not recommended for pregnant women, especially in the third trimester, as it may cause harm to the baby. Therefore, pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised to consult a doctor before taking Naprosyn Syrup. Elderly patients are at greater risk for gastrointestinal bleeding problems, so that the doctor can limit their dose. Do not consume alcohol with Naprosyn Syrup as it may increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Naprosyn Syrup may cause an increased risk of severe heart problems like myocardial infarction, and stroke, which can be fatal. If you notice bleeding from your back passage as black sticky motions or bloody stools, blood in vomit or stomach pain spreading to the back, please stop taking Naprosyn Syrup and contact your doctor immediately. It should not be used by the patient who has undergone recent heart bypass surgery or is about to undergo surgery. Naprosyn Syrup increases the risk of severe gastrointestinal conditions like bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal. If you experience weight loss, diarrhoea, pain or vomiting, please stop taking Naprosyn Syrup and consult a doctor immediately, as these might be signs of worsening Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis (swelling in the digestive tract).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml with Meloxicam can increase the risk or severity of gastric bleeding, ulceration, and rarely, perforation leading to serious blood loss.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Meloxicam with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml is not advised as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you experience any unusual bleeding or bruising or have other signs and symptoms of bleeding such as dizziness; lightheadedness; red or black, tarry stools; coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds; severe headache; and weakness.
How does the drug interact with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml:
Taking cidofovir with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml may increase the risk or severity of kidney problems

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml with Cidofovir is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop signs and symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm.
How does the drug interact with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml:
Coadministration of Ketorolac with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml can increase the risk or severity of gastric bleeding and ulceration.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ketorolac with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml together is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising, other signs of bleeding, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting blood, severe headache, and weakness, you should contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
NaproxenDiflunisal
Severe
How does the drug interact with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml:
Coadministration of Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml and Diflunisal can increase the risk or severity of gastric bleeding, ulceration, and rarely, perforation leading to serious blood loss.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml and Diflunisal together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising, other signs of bleeding, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting blood, severe headache, and weakness, you should contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml:
Coadministration of Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml and Piroxicam can increase the risk or severity of stomach bleeding, inflammation(swelling with redness and pain), ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possible interaction between Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml and Piroxicam, but they can be taken together if they are prescribed by doctor. However, if you experience unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml:
Coadministration of Mefenamic acid with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml can increase the risk or severity of stomach bleeding, ulceration, and rarely, perforation leading to serious blood loss.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mefenamic acid with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising, other signs of bleeding, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting blood, severe headache, and weakness, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Indometacin with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml can increase the risk or severity of gastric bleeding, ulceration, and perforation leading to serious blood loss.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Indometacin with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
NaproxenLomitapide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml:
Coadministration of Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml and Lomitapide may increase the risk or severity of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml and Lomitapide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, diarrhea, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, tremor, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, and/or increased urination, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml:
Coadministration of Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml and Apixaban co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml and Apixaban may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
How does the drug interact with Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml:
Coadministration of Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml and Ketoprofen can increase the risk or severity of gastric bleeding, ulceration, and rarely, perforation leading to serious blood loss.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Naprosyn Syrup 60 ml and Ketoprofen together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising, other signs of bleeding, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting blood, severe headache, and weakness, you should contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular exercise such as cycling, walking, jogging, dancing or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day.
  • Maintain healthy body weight (BMI between 18.5 - 24.9) as obesity may worsen joint pains and cause injury at the damaged site.
  • Maintain a low fat and a low calorie diet and eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and quit smoking.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

NON-STEROIDAL DRUG
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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Naprosyn Syrup as it may increase the risk of stomach bleeding and ulcer.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Naprosyn Syrup is a Category C pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women especially in the third trimester. However, please consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Naprosyn Syrup as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

Naprosyn Syrup may cause dizziness, tiredness, drowsiness or vision problems in some people. So, drive only if you are alert after taking Naprosyn Syrup.

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Liver

Caution

Take Naprosyn Syrup with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Naprosyn Syrup is not recommended for use in patients with moderate to severe and severe renal impairment whose creatinine clearance is less than 30 mL/min. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Naprosyn Syrup can be prescribed to the children for the treatment of muscle/bone disorders for children (from 1 month), joint disease diseases (from 2 years) and for period pain in girl children (under 15 years). However, your doctor will decide whether Naprosyn Syrup should be given for the specific condition or not.

Have a query?

FAQs

Naprosyn Syrup is used to reduce pain and swelling in muscles and joints in conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis (pain and stiffness in the backbone), cervical spondylitis (wear and tear of spinal discs in the neck) and acute gout (severe pain due to excess of uric acid).

Naprosyn Syrup works by blocking the action of the cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body that is involved in the production of certain chemical substances, such as prostaglandins, that cause pain and swelling.

No, Naprosyn Syrup is not recommended for use during pregnancy, especially in the last three months. It can affect and may harm the unborn baby (fetus). Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Naprosyn Syrup.

Yes, Naprosyn Syrup may increase the risk of heart problems such as heart attack and stroke, primarily when used in high doses or for prolonged duration. It is advised to inform your doctor if you have any of these conditions or have a history of heart problems or stroke before taking Naprosyn Syrup. However, it is recommended to take Naprosyn Syrup in the dose and for the duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should not be used by the patient who has had recent heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft - CABG).

No, you are not recommended to take Naprosyn Syrup with warfarin as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of bleeding more easily. However, if you notice blood in urine or stools, dizziness, unusual bleeding or bruising, vomiting, weakness or headache, please consult a doctor immediately. If you are supposed to use these medicines together, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately to use safely.

The doctor should decide the dose and duration based on your medical needs.

Please do not stop taking Naprosyn Syrup without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Naprosyn Syrup for as long as your doctor prescribes it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Naprosyn Syrup.

Before stopping Naprosyn Syrup, always check with your healthcare provider, even if your migraine symptoms have improved. They prescribed the medication for a specific time to ensure your migraine is fully treated and to avoid relapse. Suddenly stopping can cause new headaches or withdrawal effects. Your healthcare provider will advise you on how to reduce the dosage if needed safely and when it's okay to stop taking the medication.

Naprosyn Syrup may not be safe for everyone. Don't take them if you're allergic to Naproxen, have a bleeding stomach ulcer, kidney disease, severe heart failure, or are in your third trimester of pregnancy. Also, avoid taking them if you're breastfeeding unless your doctor says it's okay. And don't combine them with other NSAIDs or blood thinners. Always check with your healthcare provider first to make sure it's safe for you to take Naproxen Tablets.

Taking more than the recommended dosage does not provide additional relief and can increase the risk of adverse effects.

Common side effects of Naprosyn Syrup may include indigestion, heartburn, stomach pain, nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, bruising, itching, rash, and ringing in your ears. Most of these side effects of Naprosyn Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

463, 4 th Floor, RPG HOUSE, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai – 400 030. Maharashtra, INDIA
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