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

Take anti-inflammatory medications like Advil (ibuprofen), Aleve (naproxen), or Bayer (aspirin) to help reduce swelling. —Sarah Bradley, Health, 1 July 2025

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

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