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- Class: Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
- 1994: FDA approved for over-the-counter
- Popular brand: Aleve
- Available over-the-counter
- Route: Oral
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Originally only available by prescription under the name Naprosyn, Naproxen is an over-the-counter Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug|non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication in the United States.
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Properties
- Molecular Weight: 230.259 g/mol
- Appearance: Crystalline powder
- Color: White
- Odor: Odorless
- Solubility: Lipid-soluble
- Excretion: Renal
- Metabolism: Hepatic
- Melting point: 153 °C
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FDA Warning
"FDA Alert: Based on emerging information, the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events may increase among patients taking naproxen. FDA recommends patients not exceed the recommended dose."FDA: Naproxen Patent Information Sheet (January 23, 2004)
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Naproxen Holistic Alternatives
- Healthworks2000: Serrapeptase - Natural Non NSAIDs Anti-Inflammatory
- AcupunctureToday: Herbal Alternatives to Drugs in Pain Management, Part I
- Holistic-Online: Alternative Anti-inflamatory Remedies
- DrFeder: Homeopathic Medicine, Holistic Health
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