Naproxen
(nay-PROKS-in)
Definition | Special instructions | Missed dose | Side effects | Warning signs | Contact us
What is naproxen?
Naproxen (Naprosyn") is a medicine that is used to relieve pain and headaches, and to decrease fever and inflammation, or swelling. It is available in tablet and liquid form.
Special instructions
Do not give more of this medication than recommended by your child's doctor.
If your child's symptoms persist or if they become worse, contact your child's doctor.
Taking this medication with food may decrease stomach upset.
Do not use after the expiration date on the bottle/package.
Never use a household teaspoon to measure your child's dose. Use the measuring device that came with the product. If this is not available, get dosing syringes, a medicine dropper, a medicine spoon, or dosing cup from your pharmacist.
Shake the liquid formulation well before use.
Store away from heat or direct light.
Do not store in the bathroom medicine cabinet.
Keep this medication out of the reach of children.
If too much medicine is taken by accident, call the Drug and Poison Information Center (DPIC), 513-636-5111 or 1-800-222-1222, or call your child's doctor immediately.
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If a dose is missed
For any medication information related to your child's dosing schedule and/or missed doses, contact the healthcare provider who prescribed the medication.
Side effects
Contact your child's doctor if symptoms persist or become bothersome:
Heartburn or nausea
Upset stomach
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Warning signs
Call your child's doctor immediately if your child develops:
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Contact us
For additional information on this or any Health Topic, please call the Family Resource Center, 513-636-7606, or your pediatrician.
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