Prescription Drug Index
NAPROSYN
This is a Generic Prescription Drug
Naprosyn
Pronounced: NA-proh-sinn
Generic name: Naproxen
Other brand name: EC-Naprosyn
Naprosyn a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug is used to relieve the inflammation swelling stiffness and joint pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis osteoarthritis (the most common form of arthritis) juvenile arthritis ankylosing spondylitis (spinal arthritis) tendinitis bursitis and acute gout; it is also used to relieve menstrual cramps and other types of mild to moderate pain.
Naprosyn is available in tablet and liquid form.
ADULTS
Rheumatoid Arthritis Osteoarthritis and Ankylosing Spondylitis
The usual dose of Naprosyn is 250 milligrams 375 milligrams or 500 milligrams times a day (morning and evening). EC-Naprosyn is taken in doses of 375 or 500 milligrams twice a day. Your dose may be adjusted by your doctor over your period of treatment. Improvement of symptoms should be seen in 2 to 4 weeks.
Acute Gout
Starting dose of Naprosyn is 750 milligrams followed by 250 milligrams every 8 hours until the symptoms are relieved. EC-Naprosyn should not be used to treat gout.
Mild to Moderate Pain Menstrual Cramps Acute Tendinitis and Bursitis
Starting dose is 500 milligrams followed by 250 milligrams every 6 to 8 hours as needed. The most you should take in a day is 1250 milligrams. Do not take EC-Naprosyn for these problems.
CHILDREN
Juvenile Arthritis
The usual daily dose is 10 milligrams per 2.2 pounds of body weight divided into 2 doses. Follow your doctors directions carefully when giving a child this medicine.
The safety and effectiveness of Naprosyn have not been established in children under 2 years of age.
OLDER ADULTS
Your doctor will probably have you take a reduced dose.
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