Definition of naproxen
: an analgesic and antipyretic NSAID C14H14O3 often used in the form of its sodium salt
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Half were treated with opioids and half with non-opioid medications — either common over-the-counter drugs like acetaminophen or naproxen, or prescription drugs like topical lidocaine or meloxicam.
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Inside the car, police found 16 naproxen pills, a phone and other items.
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Vimovo is a combination of the common painkiller naproxen and esomeprazole.
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Among NSAIDs, the most commonly used are ibuprofen, acetaminophen, celecoxib (available only by prescription) and naproxen.
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Over-the-counter NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen, naproxen, aspirin, etc.) help reduce chronic inflammation.
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But 37 percent also took other NSAIDs like aspirin or naproxens like Aleve.
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Barby decided instead to manage her pain with OTC remedies like ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and naproxen.
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On average, celecoxib seems more likely to cause cardiovascular problems, perhaps naproxen less so, in some people, at least.
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Origin and Etymology of naproxen
naphthyl (a derivative of naphthalene) + propionic acid + oxy + -en (as in ibuprofen)
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