250 mg naproxen tablets<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Naproxen\u00a0Orifarm belongs to a group of medicines called\u00a0NSAIDs\u00a0(non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).\u00a0They are anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic.\u00a0The\u00a0anti-inflammatory\u00a0effect is because\u00a0naproxen\u00a0reduces the formation of harmful substances (\u00a0prostaglandins\u00a0), which are formed during\u00a0inflammation\u00a0and in tissue damage.\u00a0The analgesic effect is considered to be due to a similar mechanism.\u00a0The full effect is achieved after about 2 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Adults and adolescents from 12 years (over 50 kg):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Naproxen Orifarm is used for temporary, mild to moderate pain conditions, e.g. headache, toothache, muscle and joint pain, back pain. Period pain. Fever with a cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Adults from 18 years:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Naproxen Orifarm can also be used in acute migraine attacks in adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Naproxen\u00a0Orifarm can be used for short-term use for up to 5 days for the pain and 3 days for fever or\u00a0migraine\u00a0without a doctor’s consultation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Naproxen contained\u00a0in\u00a0Naproxen\u00a0Orifarm may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professionals if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before taking\u00a0Naproxen\u00a0Orifarm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The lowest possible\u00a0dose\u00a0and the shortest possible treatment time should always be sought to reduce the risk of\u00a0side effects.\u00a0Higher\u00a0doses\u00a0than those recommended can lead to serious risks.\u00a0Do not use different types of painkillers at the same time without a doctor’s prescription.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Elderly people should be aware of the increased risk of\u00a0side effects\u00a0that exist in old age.\u00a0A lower\u00a0dose\u00a0is recommended due to the increased risk of\u00a0side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Talk to your doctor before using Naproxen Orifarm if you have or have had any of the following conditions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Especially at the beginning of treatment, patients who have previously had gastrointestinal problems, especially elderly patients, should consult a doctor in case of abdominal symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Naproxen\u00a0Orifarm can in rare cases affect the white\u00a0blood cells\u00a0so that the defense against infection deteriorates.\u00a0If you get an\u00a0infection\u00a0with symptoms such as fever 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 Stop taking\u00a0Naproxen\u00a0Orifarm and contact a doctor immediately if swelling of e.g.\u00a0a. face, tongue, and\/or throat and\/or difficulty swallowing or\u00a0hives\u00a0that occur together with difficulty breathing (\u00a0angioedema\u00a0).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Severe skin reactions when using NSAIDs have been reported in very rare cases. Stop taking Naproxen Orifarm and consult a doctor if you get a rash or damage to the mucous membranes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The use of\u00a0naproxen\u00a0(like all medicines that inhibit\u00a0cyclooxygenase\/prostaglandin synthesis) may make it difficult to get pregnant.\u00a0Talk to your doctor if you are planning a pregnancy or if you have problems getting pregnant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you experience allergic reactions (\u00a0asthma, rash, swelling of the skin, mucous membranes or throat, photosensitivity reactions, etc.), treatment should be stopped and the treating physician should be contacted as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Medicines such as\u00a0Naproxen\u00a0Orifarm may increase the risk of heart attack or\u00a0stroke.\u00a0Such an increase in risk is more likely with the use of high\u00a0doses\u00a0and with long-term treatment.\u00a0Do not exceed the recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0or treatment time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about your treatment if you have heart problems, if you have had a\u00a0stroke\u00a0before, or if you think you have an increased risk of these conditions (for example, if you have high\u00a0blood pressure,\u00a0diabetes, high cholesterol or if you smoke).<\/p>\n\n\n\n For chickenpox, this medicine should not be used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not use in children under 12 years of age without a doctor’s\u00a0prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not use in adolescents over 12 years of age weighing less than 50 kg without a doctor’s\u00a0prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.\u00a0Never use several different painkillers at the same time without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some medicines may affect or be affected by treatment with\u00a0Naproxen\u00a0Orifarm, for example, some medicines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Certain other medicines may also affect or be affected by treatment with Naproxen Orifarm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The effect of Naproxen Orifarm may be delayed if you take it with food at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 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 Pregnancy<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n There is a risk of fetal harm. Pregnant women should not use Naproxen Orifarm during the last three months of pregnancy. Intake should be avoided by women who are planning to become pregnant or are pregnant. Treatment during any part of the pregnancy should only be done after a doctor’s prescription<\/p>\n\n\n\n Breast-feeding<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Naproxen\u00a0passes into breast milk but is unlikely to affect the breast-fed baby.\u00a0Consult a physician if you need more than temporary use during breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Naproxen\u00a0Orifarm can cause\u00a0side effects\u00a0(eg dizziness) that impair your ability to react.\u00a0You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to 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\/or\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 Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor, pharmacist or nurse has told you.\u00a0If you are not sure, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Occasional mild to moderate pain and fever with cold<\/p>\n\n\n\n Adults and adolescents from 12 years (over 50 kg):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 1 tablet if needed, however, no more than 2 tablets per day. Contact a doctor if the symptoms worsen or do not improve within 3 days in case of fever and 5 days in case of pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In case of acute migraine attacks<\/p>\n\n\n\n Adults from 18 years:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 3 tablets in case of signs of incipient seizure, then 1 tablet if necessary, but not more than 5 tablets per day. Contact a doctor if Naproxen Orifarm has not helped with your migraine within 3 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Adolescents from 12 years (over 50 kg):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you think you have a migraine headache, consult a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Without a doctor’s\u00a0prescription,\u00a0Naproxen\u00a0Orifarm should\u00a0be used for a maximum of 5 consecutive days for the pain and 3 consecutive days for fever and\u00a0migraine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have taken too large a\u00a0dose of\u00a0medicine or if e.g.\u00a0If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a forgotten\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stop taking Naproxen Orifarm and contact your doctor immediately<\/strong> if you experience any of the following rare side effects (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n Other side effects include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people<\/em> ):<\/p>\n\n\n\n Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people<\/em> ):<\/p>\n\n\n\n In rare cases, severe skin infections are associated with chickenpox.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A few isolated cases of elevated liver enzyme levels are known.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note that naproxen may prolong bleeding time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Medicines such as\u00a0Naproxen\u00a0Orifarm may increase the risk of heart attack or\u00a0stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Store in the original package. Sensitive to light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP. The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Naproxen Orifarm 250 mg tablets:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n White, cylindrical, biplanar tablet with beveled edges.\u00a0Break notch on one side and N250 embossed on the other, about 10 mm in diameter and 3.5 mm thick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pack sizes: Blister pack: 10, 20 tablets<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Orifarm Generics A \/ S<\/p>\n\n\n\n Energivej 15<\/p>\n\n\n\n 5260 Odense S<\/p>\n\n\n\n Denmark<\/p>\n\n\n\n Local representative<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Orifarm Generics AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n Box 56048<\/p>\n\n\n\n 102 17 Stockholm<\/p>\n\n\n\n info@orifarm.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Naproxen Orifarm belongs to a group of medicines called NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). They are anti- inflammatory , analgesic and antipyretic. The anti-inflammatory effect is due to the fact that naproxen reduces the formation of harmful substances ( prostaglandins ), which are formed during inflammation and in tissue damage. The analgesic effect is considered to be due to a similar mechanism. 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Do not use Naproxen Orifarm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Children and young people<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Other medicines and Naproxen Orifarm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Naproxen Orifarm with food and drink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How to use Naproxen Orifarm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you use more Naproxen Orifarm than you should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you forget to use Naproxen Orifarm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How to store Naproxen Orifarm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Contents of the pack and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n