Ec-naprosyn - Naproxen Enteric Coated Tablet - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Ec-naprosyn.
• EC-Naprosyn
• nah-PROX-en

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication by mouth with or without food.
• Swallow the tablet whole.
• Do not break, crush or chew the tablets.
• Take with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) unless your doctor directs you otherwise.
• Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking this drug.
• Do not take this medication with antacids or other drugs that decrease stomach acid.
• The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
• In certain conditions (for example, arthritis), it may take up to two weeks, taken regularly, before the full benefits of this drug take effect.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include.

Ec-naprosyn Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Possible Side Effects

• Upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, headache, diarrhea, constipation, drowsiness, and dizziness may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.

Ec-naprosyn Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects.
• Consult your doctor for more details.

Read Before Using Ec-naprosyn (precautions)

• This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
• Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you are prescribed this drug on a regular schedule (not just "as needed") and you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Medicinal Applications

• Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation).
• It is used to treat arthritis and other painful conditions.
• This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins.
• Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling.
• Enteric-coated tablets of naproxen are a delayed-release form of the drug.
• They are not intended to be used for conditions that require immediate pain relief such as acute gout, menstrual pain, tendonitis or bursitis.
• A quicker-acting dosage form should be used for these conditions.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of.