Drug Information
Generic Name:
Naproxen
Pronunciation:
nah-PROX-en
Product Name:
Naprosyn, Aleve, Anaprox
Category:
Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs
How is it given?:
by mouth (PO)
Uses:
Treatment of mild to moderately severe pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gouty arthritis, bursitis, tendonitis, pain associated with menstrual periods
Comment:
Naproxen is useful in relief of pain in a wide variety of conditions.