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

While NSAIDs like ibuprofen and naproxen are generally safe in early pregnancy, the FDA advises against their use after 20 weeks due to risks of kidney issues in the fetus, which can lead to low amniotic fluid. —Cameron Schoppa, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025

In addition, over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications, such as ibuprofen and naproxen, can help provide symptom relief. —Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 15 Sep. 2025

As a pain reducer and anti-fever agent, acetaminophen can be important in pregnancy because other pain and fever medications like ibuprofen or naproxen should not be taken, says Dr. Keough. —Sherri Gordon, Parents, 9 Sep. 2025

Avoid combination sumatriptan tablets containing naproxen. —Emmanuella Ogbonna, Health, 23 Aug. 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