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Anaprox

Naproxen Sodium

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The generic name of this medication is naproxen and various brand name are Aleve, Aleve Caplet, Aleve Easy Open Arthritis, Aleve Gelcap, Anaprox, Anaprox-DS, Comfort Pac with Naproxen, EC-Naprosyn, Leader Naproxen Sodium, Midol Extended Relief, Naprelan '375', Naprelan '500', Naprelan '750', Naprosyn.

The active ingredient of this medication is naproxen sodium.

It is used in the treatment of providing relief from pain or inflammation caused by conditions like arthritis; ankylosing spondylitis; tendinitis; bursitis; gout; or menstrual cramps.

Common Uses:

It is used in the treatment of providing relief from pain or inflammation caused by conditions like arthritis; ankylosing spondylitis; tendinitis; bursitis; gout; or menstrual cramps.

Off Label Uses:

None noted currently.

Side Effects:
A blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin);
Lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid);
Methotrexate (Rheumatrex, Trexall);
Diuretics (water pills) such as furosemide (Lasix);
Steroids (prednisone and others);
Aspirin or other NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), diclofenac (Cataflam, Voltaren), etodolac (Lodine), indomethacin (Indocin), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), meloxicam (Mobic), piroxicam (Feldene), and others.

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended in people with:
Allergic reactions to this medication or any of its ingredients; or with allergic reactions to aspirin or other NSAIDs;
A history of heart attack, stroke, or blood clot;
A history of stomach ulcers or bleeding;
Liver or kidney disorders;
Asthma;
Polyps in your nose;
Bleeding or blood clotting disorder.

It is also not recommended in pregnant women; those that are planning on becoming pregnant and nursing mothers.

Drug Interactions:
Chest pain, weakness, shortness of breath, slurred speech, problems with vision or balance;
Black, bloody, or tarry stools;
Coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds;
Swelling or rapid weight gain;
Urinating less than usual or not at all;
Nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Anaprox, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Blood Pressure	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Breathing	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Confidence	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Coordination/Motor Skills	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Digestion	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Emotional Well-being	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Energy	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Eyesight	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Memory	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Mental Clarity	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Pain	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Patience	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Sexual Health	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Skin Complexion	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Sleep	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Stress Level	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%

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