Naprosyn
Developed to mitigate musculoskeletal inflammation to relieve discomfort.
- Category
- Pain Management
- Active ingredient
- Naproxen
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet; Gastro-resistant tablet
- Strengths
- 250 · 500mg
Naprosyn details
- Conditions
- Rheumatoid Arthritis · Osteoarthritis · Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Alternative names
- Anaprox; Ecxen; Stirlescent
- Therapeutic class
- NSAID
- Pharmacological class
- Propionic Acid Derivative
- Precautions and warnings
- avoid in patients with bleeding disorders; monitor cardiovascular health
- Minor side effects
- nausea; headache
- Moderate side effects
- abdominal pain; constipation
- Dosage forms
- Tablet; Gastro-resistant tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- Developed to mitigate musculoskeletal inflammation to relieve discomfort.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Roche
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 8–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- antihypertensives; diuretics; SSRIs
- Age restrictions
- Not for children unless on specialist advice.
Contraindications
peptic ulceration; severe impairment of renal function; hypersensitivity to NSAIDs
Serious side effects
gastrointestinal perforation, requires immediate medical attention; anaphylactoid reaction, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Naprosyn works by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins, which are key mediators in the inflammatory response, providing analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Avoid in third trimester. Breastfeeding: Use with caution; consult physician.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Naprosyn
Naprosyn is the primary brand name for naproxen, used to treat Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis and Ankylosing Spondylitis. This active ingredient is also marketed as Anaprox, Ecxen and Stirlescent, and is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 250mg and 500mg.
Buying Naprosyn online
Naprosyn is registered across 14 markets including Taiwan, South Korea and Japan, with availability also in the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong. Generic naproxen, much of it made in India, is far more affordable than the original brand from Roche, offering a practical alternative for expats and people far from a well-stocked supply. As one of the most ordered medications across the region, sourcing it online is a common choice for those living in remote locations.