{"id":18596,"date":"2022-02-19T16:14:14","date_gmt":"2022-02-19T16:14:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=18596"},"modified":"2023-01-02T17:35:38","modified_gmt":"2023-01-02T17:35:38","slug":"naproxen-apofri","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/naproxen-apofri\/","title":{"rendered":"Naproxen Apofri &#8211; Naproxen Uses, Dose And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Naproxen Apofri 250 mg&nbsp;Naproxen tablets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Naproxen Apofri Is And What Naproxen Apofri Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Naproxen&nbsp;Apofri is an anti-inflammatory&nbsp;and analgesic medicine.&nbsp;Naproxen&nbsp;Apofri belongs to a group of medicines called&nbsp;NSAIDs&nbsp;(non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).&nbsp;These work by reducing the formation of so-called&nbsp;prostaglandins&nbsp;that cause pain and&nbsp;inflammation&nbsp;in the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Naproxen\u00a0Apofri is used for temporary mild to moderate\u00a0acute\u00a0pain, e.g.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Headache<\/li><li>Toothache<\/li><li>Muscle and <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/joint-pain\/\">joint pain<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/back-hurts\/\">Back pain<\/a><\/li><li>Menstrual pain in adults and adolescents from 12 years.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Naproxen\u00a0Apofri can also be used in acute\u00a0migraine\u00a0attacks in adults. Naproxen in\u00a0Naproxen\u00a0Apofri may also be approved for treating other conditions not mentioned in this leaflet.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need To Know Before You Use Naproxen Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Use Naproxen Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to\u00a0naproxen\u00a0or any other ingredients of naproxen Apofri (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>If you have previously had allergic reactions such as\u00a0asthma, runny nose or rash when you have taken painkillers containing acetylsalicylic acid or other pain\/inflammation medicines in the\u00a0NSAID group<\/li><li>If you have an increased tendency to bleed<\/li><li>If you have or have had recurrent\u00a0stomach ulcers\u00a0or duodenal ulcers<\/li><li>If you have had\u00a0stomach ulcers\u00a0or duodenal ulcers during treatment with\u00a0naproxen\u00a0or similar preparations<\/li><li>If you have severe liver or kidney disease<\/li><li>If you have severe\u00a0heart failure<\/li><li>During the last three months of pregnancy<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using&nbsp;Naproxen&nbsp;Apofri.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Never use several different painkillers at the same time without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The lowest possible\u00a0dose\u00a0and the shortest possible treatment time should always be sought to reduce the risk of\u00a0side effects.\u00a0In general, higher\u00a0doses\u00a0than recommended can lead to risks.\u00a0This also means the combination of several\u00a0NSAIDs\u00a0at the same dose should be avoided.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor before using&nbsp;Naproxen&nbsp;Apofri if you have or have had any of the following conditions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Inflammatory bowel diseases (such as\u00a0ulcerative colitis,\u00a0Crohn&#8217;s disease\u00a0)<\/li><li>Diseases with an increased tendency to bleed<\/li><li>SLE\u00a0(connective tissue disease)<\/li><li>Asthma<\/li><li>Impaired renal function or liver function<\/li><li>Heart failure<\/li><li>High\u00a0blood pressure<\/li><li>Gastric ulcer\u00a0or duodenal ulcer<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Elderly people should be aware of the increased risk of&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;that exist in old age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Especially at the beginning of treatment, patients who have previously had problems with the gastrointestinal tract, especially elderly patients, should contact a doctor in case of symptoms from the abdomen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Naproxen\u00a0Apofri can, in rare cases, affect the white\u00a0blood cells\u00a0so that the immune system deteriorates.\u00a0Get an infection with symptoms such as <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/cold\/\">fever<\/a> with severe general condition or fever with local infection symptoms such as sore throat\/pharynx\/mouth or urination problems. You should see a doctor as soon as possible so that a blood test can rule out a lack of\u00a0white blood cells\u00a0(\u00a0agranulocytosis\u00a0).\u00a0It is important that you then have information about your medication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Severe skin reactions when using&nbsp;NSAIDs&nbsp;have been reported in very rare cases.&nbsp;Stop taking&nbsp;Naproxen&nbsp;Apofri and consult a doctor if you get a rash or damage to the mucous membranes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For chickenpox, naproxen apofri should not be used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Naproxen\u00a0may temporarily make it difficult for you to get pregnant during use.\u00a0Talk to your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or have problems getting pregnant (see Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and\u00a0fertility\u00a0).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines such as&nbsp;Naproxen&nbsp;Apofri may cause a small increased risk of heart attack or&nbsp;stroke.&nbsp;Such an increase in risk is more likely with the use of high&nbsp;doses&nbsp;and with long-term treatment.&nbsp;Do not exceed the recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;or treatment time (see How to use&nbsp;Naproxen&nbsp;Apofri).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about your treatment if you have heart problems, if you have had a&nbsp;stroke&nbsp;before, or if you think you have an increased risk of these conditions (for example, if you have high&nbsp;blood pressure,&nbsp;diabetes, high cholesterol or if you smoke).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children And Young People<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Children under 12 years of age or weighing less than 50 kg should not be treated with&nbsp;Naproxen&nbsp;Apofri.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Naproxen Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.&nbsp;Never use several different painkillers at the same time without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some medicines may affect or be affected by treatment with&nbsp;Naproxen&nbsp;Apofri, for example, medicines for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Blood clots (eg ticlopidine,\u00a0warfarin\u00a0, clopidogrel,\u00a0acetylsalicylic acid\u00a0)<\/li><li>Bipolar disorder\u00a0(lithium)<\/li><li>Cancer and disorders of the immune system (methotrexate)<\/li><li>High\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0and\u00a0heart failure\u00a0(so-called beta-receptor blockers,\u00a0ACE inhibitors,\u00a0angiotensin\u00a0II\u00a0antagonists,\u00a0diuretics\u00a0)<\/li><li>Organ rejection after transplantation (immunosuppressive drugs eg cyclosporine, tacrolimus)<\/li><li>Gout\u00a0(probenecid)<\/li><li>Depression (so-called\u00a0SSRIs, eg\u00a0fluoxetine,\u00a0sertraline,\u00a0paroxetine\u00a0ecitalopram,\u00a0citalopram\u00a0)<\/li><li>Pain such as\u00a0acetylsalicylic acid\u00a0,\u00a0ibuprofen\u00a0and\u00a0diclofenac<\/li><li>Swelling and\u00a0inflammation\u00a0such as\u00a0prednisolone\u00a0and dexamethasone<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Naproxen Apofri With Food, Drink And Alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The effect is not reduced but can be delayed somewhat if&nbsp;Naproxen&nbsp;Apofri is taken with food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, Breastfeeding And Fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Treatment during any part of the pregnancy should only be given as\u00a0prescribed\u00a0by a doctor. Pregnant women should not use\u00a0Naproxen\u00a0Apofri during the last three months of pregnancy.\u00a0Taking\u00a0Naproxen\u00a0Apofri should be avoided by women who are planning to become pregnant or are pregnant.\u00a0Naproxen\u00a0can make it harder to get pregnant.\u00a0You should inform your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or have problems getting pregnant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Naproxen\u00a0passes into breast milk and should not be used during breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During treatment with\u00a0Naproxen\u00a0Apofri, some people may be less able to react.\u00a0This should be considered when sharper attention is required, eg when driving a car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you can drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened vigilance.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\u00a0side effects.\u00a0Descriptions of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Naproxen Apofri Contains Lactose Monohydrate And Sodium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The drug contains <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/lactose-intolerance\/\">lactose<\/a> monohydrates.\u00a0If your doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Naproxen apofri contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg)\u00a0sodium\u00a0per\u00a0dose, ie essentially &#8216;sodium-free&#8217;.\u00a0It is next to &#8220;sodium-free&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Use Naproxen Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Always use this medicine as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/li><li><em>Adults and adolescents from 12 years weighing over 50 kg:<\/em><\/li><li><strong>Temporary pain<\/strong><ul><li>1 tablet (250 mg) as needed, but not more than 2 tablets (500 mg) per day.\u00a0Contact a doctor if\u00a0Naproxen\u00a0Apofri has not helped your pain within 5 days.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><em>Adults:<\/em><ul><li><strong>In case of acute\u00a0migraine attacks<\/strong><ul><li>3 tablets (750 mg) in case of the onset of seizures, then 1 tablet (250 mg) if necessary, but not more than 5 tablets (1250 mg) on \u200b\u200bthe first day.\u00a0Contact a doctor if\u00a0Naproxen\u00a0Apofri has not helped your\u00a0migraine\u00a0within 3 days.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>The notch is not intended for splitting the tablet.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Use More Naproxen Apofri Than You Should \u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if, e.g.\u00a0a child ingested the medicine accidentally, contact a doctor or hospital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Use Naproxen Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a forgotten tablet.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions about the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible Naproxen Apofri Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine can cause side effects like all medicines, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stop taking&nbsp;Naproxen&nbsp;Apofri and see a doctor or emergency department immediately if you experience the following symptoms:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Swelling of the face, tongue or throat;\u00a0difficulty swallowing;\u00a0hives\u00a0and difficulty breathing.<\/li><li>Extremely severe\u00a0allergic reaction\u00a0with skin rash is usually in the form of blisters or sores in the oral cavity, eyes, and other mucous membranes such as genitals.<\/li><li>Fever with severe general deterioration or fever with local symptoms of infection such as sore throat\/throat\/mouth or difficulty urinating.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>These rare side effects may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common naproxen Apofri side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Abdominal pain<\/li><li>Heartburn<\/li><li>Nausea<\/li><li>Diarrhoea<\/li><li>Constipation<\/li><li>Inflammation\u00a0of the mouth<\/li><li>Rash<\/li><li>Superficial wounds in the skin<\/li><li>Drowsiness<\/li><li>Headache<\/li><li>Dizziness<\/li><li>Thirst<\/li><li>Sweating<\/li><li>Tinnitus<\/li><li>Visual disturbances<\/li><li>Fluid retention in the body (\u00a0edema\u00a0)<\/li><li>Palpitation<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Respiratory distress<\/li><li>Asthma<\/li><li>Hives<\/li><li>Skin changes (increased\u00a0pigmentation\u00a0or blisters) due to increased photosensitivity<\/li><li>Inflammation\u00a0and sores in the mouth<\/li><li>Inflammation of the\u00a0lining\u00a0of the stomach<\/li><li>Gastric bleeding and\u00a0gastric ulcer<\/li><li>Fever<\/li><li>Hair loss<\/li><li>Liver effects<\/li><li>Renal impact<\/li><li>Hearing loss<\/li><li>Insomnia<\/li><li>Concentration difficulties<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rare naproxen apofri side effects<\/em> <em>(may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Cramps<\/li><li>Muscle weakness<\/li><li>Blood count changes<\/li><li>&#8220;Broken stomach ulcer&#8221;<\/li><li>Inflammation\u00a0of the colon<\/li><li>Vomiting<\/li><li>Inflammation\u00a0of the oesophagus<\/li><li>Gas formation<\/li><li>Inflammation of the\u00a0lining\u00a0of the stomach<\/li><li>Inflammation\u00a0of the pancreas<\/li><li>Severe skin reactions with\u00a0inflammation\u00a0and high fever<\/li><li>Pneumonia<\/li><li>Inflammation\u00a0of the liver<\/li><li>Blood in the urine or faeces<\/li><li>Memory disorders<\/li><li>Depression<\/li><li>Nightmares<\/li><li>Muscle pain<\/li><li>Slight anxiety<\/li><li>Meningitis<\/li><li>Vascular wall inflammation<\/li><li>Heart failure<\/li><li>High\u00a0blood pressure<\/li><li>Fluid accumulation in the lungs<\/li><li>Elevated levels of\u00a0potassium\u00a0in the blood<\/li><li>Worsening of\u00a0colitis\u00a0and Chron\u00b4s disease<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A few isolated cases of elevated liver enzyme levels are known.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Naproxen&nbsp;Apofri prolongs bleeding time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In rare cases, severe skin infections are associated with chickenpox.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines such as&nbsp;Naproxen&nbsp;Apofri may cause a small increased risk of heart attack or&nbsp;stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Store Naproxen Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>No special storage instructions.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the carton after EXP.\u00a0and after EXP on the blister.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.\u00a0Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer required.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents Of The Pack And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is\u00a0naproxen.\u00a01 tablet contains 250 mg.<\/li><li><em>The other ingredients are<\/em>\u00a0hydroxypropyl cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium trisilicate, croscarmellose sodium, 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