Generic name:naproxen (oral route) [ na-PROX-en ]
Drug class:Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 19, 2022.
NSAIDs may cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may be increased in patients with cardiovascular disease or risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Naproxen is contraindicated in the setting of CABG surgery. NSAIDs can also cause an increased risk of serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events, including bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal. Elderly patients and patients with a history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding are at greater risk for serious GI events .
Oral route(Tablet, Extended Release;Tablet)NSAIDs may cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may be increased in patients with cardiovascular disease or risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Naproxen sodium is contraindicated in the setting of CABG surgery. NSAIDs can also cause an increased risk of serious gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events, including bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal. Elderly patients and patients with a history of peptic ulcer disease and/or GI bleeding are at greater risk for serious GI events .
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Aflaxen
- Aleve
- Aleve Arthritis
- Anaprox
- Anaprox DS
- EC Naprosyn
- Naprelan
- Naprelan 500
- Naprelan Dose Card
- Naprosyn
In Canada
- Naxen
Available Dosage Forms:
- Tablet, Enteric Coated
- Tablet
- Suspension
- Tablet, Extended Release
- Capsule, Liquid Filled
Therapeutic Class: Analgesic
Pharmacologic Class: NSAID
Chemical Class: Propionic Acid (class)
