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Drug Monograph: Naproxen / Aleve / Naprosyn / Many Others
Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) of the propionic acid chemical class. Naproxen possesses antipyretic and analgesic properties. Naproxen is chemically related to ibuprofen, ketoprofen, flurbiprofen, and fenoprofen. Naproxen tablets were approved by the FDA in 1976. On January 11, 1994, the FDA approved naproxen in a nonprescription form (e.g., Aleve).

Patient Education: Naproxen Tablets, Caplets, Delayed-Release Tablets
Patient education for naproxen tablets, caplets, or delayed-release tablets. (Naprosyn, EC Naprosyn, Naprelan, Anaprox, Anaprox DS, Aleve) Naproxen should only be used in children who are over 12 years old. Generic naproxen tablets and delayed-release tablets are available.

Patient Education: Naprosyn / Naproxen Oral Suspension
Patient education for Naprosyn / naproxen oral suspension.

Product Photographs: Naproxen Products
Photographs of naproxen products. (Naprosyn, EC Naprosyn, Naprelan, Anaprox, Anaprox DS, Aleve)

Naproxen Overdose
Poisoning from an overdose of Naproxen. (Naprosyn, EC Naprosyn, Naprelan, Anaprox, Anaprox DS, Aleve)

The Facts of NSAIDS
NSAIDS work to combat arthritis by interfering with the inflammatory process.

Pain Relievers - Use Caution With Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers
All over-the-counter pain relievers should be taken with care to avoid serious problems that can occur with misuse. Certain factors can increase the risk of liver toxicity from products containing acetaminophen and the risk of GI bleeding from the use of products containing NSAIDs.

FDA Announces Changes For All NSAIDs
Following scrutiny of the class of arthritis drugs known as NSAIDS and COX-2 inhibitors, the FDA has taken action.

Drug Profile: Naproxen (Aleve, Anaprox and Naprosyn)
Naproxen, brand names Aleve, Anaprox and Naprosyn is one of the NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), from UMM.