Naproxen
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory · NSAID
Nothing to addWhat this medicine is for
Naproxen belongs to the category "non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID)". Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories reduce pain and inflammation; they are preferably used for short periods.
In practical terms, for Naproxen: Relieves pain and inflammation. It is used rather on an occasional basis or as a short course, for the time needed to get through an episode.
Under which brands it is found
In France, about 9 reimbursable presentations containing Naproxen are recorded. It comes under various trade names and in generic form.
- Alevetabs
- Antalnox
- Apranax
- Naprosyne
- Naproxene Sodique Arrow
- Naproxene Sodique Eg
- Naproxene Sodique Teva
- Nomanesit
- and other presentations
Original brand-name products and generics deliver the same active substance; the choice between them is made with your doctor or pharmacist.
Do you need a supplement? No.
We put forward no supplement for Naproxen: that would be forcing a need that does not exist. The great majority of medicines call for no particular supplementation, and acknowledging this is part of the way we work. We design a supplement only where the data support it, across five specific classes.
Talk about it in the community
Members are already discussing the topic: sensations, doubts, everyday tips. People speak frankly here, without lecturing or prescribing.
Related molecules
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