naproxen

noun

na·​prox·​en nə-ˈpräk-sən 

: an analgesic and antipyretic NSAID C₁₄H₁₄O₃ often used in the form of its sodium salt

Examples of naproxen in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The first is NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) like ibuprofen and naproxen. —Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 18 June 2025

Experts compare naproxen, ibuprofen What is vagus nerve stimulation? —Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 18 May 2025

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Motrin, Advil (ibuprofen), or Aleve (naproxen) manage pain and swelling. —Mark Gurarie, Health, 22 Apr. 2025

Anti-Inflammatory Medications Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Advil and Motrin (ibuprofen), Aleve (naproxen), and aspirin can effectively manage foot pain caused by inflammation, such as arthritis or tendonitis. —Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 22 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

naphthyl (a derivative of naphthalene) + propionic acid + oxy + -en (as in ibuprofen)

First Known Use

1971, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for naproxen

• alloxan
• digoxin
• dioxan
• dioxin
• thyroxin
• aflatoxin
• antitoxin
• digitoxin
• endotoxin
• exotoxin
• ferredoxin
• mycotoxin

Medical Definition

naproxen

noun

na·​prox·​en nə-ˈpräk-sᵊn 

: an anti-inflammatory analgesic antipyretic drug C₁₄H₁₄O₃ administered especially to treat arthritis often in the form of its sodium salt C₁₄H₁₃NaO₃ see aleve, naprosyn