{"id":21321,"date":"2022-05-19T07:28:39","date_gmt":"2022-05-19T07:28:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=21321"},"modified":"2022-05-19T16:04:07","modified_gmt":"2022-05-19T16:04:07","slug":"pronaxen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/pronaxen\/","title":{"rendered":"Pronaxen &#8211; Naproxen uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>250 mg&nbsp;naproxen&nbsp;tablets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Pronaxen is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pronaxen is a painkiller, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory\u00a0drug.\u00a0Pronaxen belongs to a group of medicines called\u00a0NSAIDs\u00a0(non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).\u00a0These work by reducing the formation of so-called\u00a0prostaglandins\u00a0(painkillers) in the body.\u00a0The full effect is achieved after about 2 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pronaxen is used in adults and children over 12 years of age for temporary mild to moderate\u00a0acute\u00a0pain, such as headaches, acute attacks of\u00a0migraine, toothache, muscle, and joint pain, back pain, and for colds, and menstrual pains.\u00a0Pronaxen 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&#8217;s consultation.\u00a0You must talk to a doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after 3 days with fever or\u00a0migraine\u00a0and after 5 days with pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Naproxen, which is found in Pronaxen, may also be approved for the treatment of other diseases not mentioned in this product information.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before using Pronaxen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Pronaxen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to\u00a0naproxen, sodium naproxen, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine<\/li><li>if you have previously had allergic reactions such as\u00a0asthma, runny nose, or rash after taking painkillers containing\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/tiplo-citrus\/\">acetylsalicylic acid<\/a>\u00a0or other pain\/inflammation medicines in the\u00a0NSAID\u00a0group (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)<\/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, severe\u00a0heart failure,\u00a0or an increased tendency to bleed<\/li><li>during the last 3 months of pregnancy.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Never use several different painkillers at the same time without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Pronaxen.<\/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.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have or have had the following diseases, you should consult a doctor before starting treatment with Pronaxen:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>gastric ulcer\u00a0or duodenal ulcer<\/li><li>inflammatory bowel diseases or other gastrointestinal diseases (e.g.<\/li><li>ulcerative colitis,\u00a0Crohn&#8217;s disease\u00a0)<\/li><li>asthma<\/li><li>heart failure<\/li><li>high\u00a0blood pressure<\/li><li>kidney or liver disease<\/li><li>diseases with an increased tendency to bleed<\/li><li>SLE\u00a0(connective tissue disease).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Children under 12 years of age should not be treated with Pronaxen.<\/p>\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>Pronaxen 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<p>Stop taking Pronaxen and contact a doctor immediately if swelling e.g.\u00a0face, tongue, and\/or throat and\/or difficulty swallowing or\u00a0hives\u00a0that occur with difficulty breathing (\u00a0angioedema\u00a0).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Severe skin reactions when using&nbsp;NSAIDs&nbsp;have been reported in very rare cases.&nbsp;Stop taking Pronaxen and consult a doctor if you get a rash or damage to the mucous membranes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For chickenpox, this medicine should not be used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The use of\u00a0naproxen\u00a0(like all medicines that inhibit cyclooxygenase\/prostaglandin synthesis) may make it difficult for you 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<p>Medicines such as Pronaxen may cause a small increased 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 (see section 3 How to take Pronaxen).<\/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\u00a0stroke\u00a0before, or if you have an increased risk of these conditions (eg if you have high\u00a0blood pressure,\u00a0diabetes, high cholesterol, or if you smoke).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Pronaxen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Never use several different painkillers at the same time without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pronaxen may affect or be affected by certain medicines.&nbsp;Avoid taking Pronaxen at the same time as medicines containing any of the following active substances:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>high-dose methotrexate (anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory drugs)<\/li><li>warfarin\u00a0and ticlopidine (\u00a0anticoagulants\u00a0(liver),\u00a0corticosteroids\u00a0(anti-inflammatory drugs)<\/li><li>other agents for fever and pain (eg\u00a0acetylsalicylic acid, other\u00a0NSAIDs\u00a0)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor before using Pronaxen at the same time as medicines containing any of the following active substances.&nbsp;Dosage&nbsp;one of these may then need to be changed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>ACE inhibitors,\u00a0angiotensin\u00a0II\u00a0antagonists,\u00a0beta\u00a0-blocker blockers, loop\u00a0diuretics,\u00a0and thiazide derivatives (antihypertensive agents\u00a0and\u00a0certain diuretics)<\/li><li>acetylsalicylic acid\u00a0to prevent blood clots<\/li><li>ciclosporin and tacrolimus (lowers the immune system)<\/li><li>lithium (for manic depression \/ bipolar disorder)<\/li><li>low-dose methotrexate (anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory drugs)<\/li><li>probenecid (anti-gout)<\/li><li>clopidogrel (for blood clots)<\/li><li>SSRIs\u00a0(so-called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, used for depression, among other things)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The effect of Pronaxen can be delayed if you take it at the same time as cholestyramine (lowers blood fats) or antacids (anti-acidic agents).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pronaxen with food, drink, and alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The effect of Pronaxen may be delayed if you take it 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>Pregnant women should not use Pronaxen during the last three months of pregnancy.\u00a0Taking Pronaxen should be avoided by women who are planning to become pregnant or are pregnant.\u00a0Treatment during any part of the pregnancy should only be done after a doctor&#8217;s\u00a0prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Promax passes into breast milk but is unlikely to affect the breast-fed baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>During treatment with Pronaxen, the ability to react may be reduced in some patients.&nbsp;This should be taken into account when sharper attention is required, e.g.&nbsp;while driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.\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<p><strong>Pronaxen&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>contains&nbsp;lactose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking Pronaxen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Pronaxen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adults<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>In case of fever or pain:<\/em>&nbsp;1 tablet (250 mg) if needed, but not more than 2 tablets (500 mg) per day (24 hours).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Without a doctor&#8217;s\u00a0prescription, Pronaxen should be used for a maximum of 5 consecutive days in case of pain and 3 consecutive days in case of fever.\u00a0Contact a doctor if symptoms worsen or do not improve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>In case of acute migraine attacks:<\/em>\u00a03 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, then no more than 4 tablets (1000 mg) per day.\u00a0Contact a doctor if Pronaxen has not helped with your\u00a0migraine\u00a0within 3 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Children over 12 years<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>In case of fever or pain:<\/em>&nbsp;1 tablet (250 mg) if needed, but not more than 2 tablets (500 mg) per day (24 hours).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Without a doctor&#8217;s\u00a0prescription, Pronaxen should be used for a maximum of 5 consecutive days in case of pain and 3 consecutive days in case of fever.\u00a0Contact a doctor if symptoms worsen or do not improve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not exceed the recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;or treatment time, as the risk of&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;increases.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Swallow the tablet together with the liquid.\u00a0The tablet can be divided into two equal\u00a0doses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you use more Pronaxen than you should &nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.\u00a0a child ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Drowsiness, dizziness, headache,<\/li><li>Thirst,<\/li><li>Fluid retention (\u00a0edema\u00a0),<\/li><li>Palpitation.\u00a0Acid reflux, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, heartburn,\u00a0and inflammation\u00a0of the mouth.<\/li><li>Sweating, rash, superficial skin ulcers.<\/li><li>Visual disturbances.<\/li><li>Tinnitus.<\/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>Fever.<\/li><li>Bleeding, rupture,\u00a0inflammation,\u00a0or ulcers in the gastrointestinal tract.<\/li><li>Hair loss,\u00a0hives, and photosensitivity cause\u00a0inflammation\u00a0in the skin.<\/li><li>Liver effects.<\/li><li>Asthma, shortness of breath.<\/li><li>Difficulty sleeping, difficulty concentrating.<\/li><li>Kidney impact.<\/li><li>Hearing loss.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Allergic reactions (from the skin, mucous membranes, and respiratory tract) such as\u00a0angioedema\u00a0(see Take special care with Pronaxen).<\/li><li>Cramps, muscle weakness, muscle pain,<\/li><li>Blood count changes e.g.\u00a0agranulocytosis\u00a0(see Take special care with Pronaxen)<\/li><li>Vascular inflammation, high\u00a0blood pressure,<\/li><li>Heart failure, fluid accumulation in the lungs<\/li><li>Meningitis<\/li><li>Severe skin reaction with\u00a0inflammation\u00a0and high fever<\/li><li>Liver inflammation<\/li><li>Allergic\u00a0pneumonia<\/li><li>An elevated amount of\u00a0potassium\u00a0or sugar in the blood<\/li><li>Mental disorders such as mild anxiety, depression, nightmares<\/li><li>Blood in the urine<\/li><li>Inflammation\u00a0of the colon, rupture of the gastrointestinal wall, vomiting, black stools,\u00a0inflammation\u00a0of the esophagus, flatulence,\u00a0inflammation of the\u00a0lining\u00a0of the stomach, vomiting of blood, worsening of\u00a0colitis,\u00a0and\u00a0Crohn&#8217;s disease.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Very rare (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 users):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Severe\u00a0hypersensitivity reactions\u00a0including\u00a0anaphylaxis<\/li><li>Inflammation\u00a0of the pancreas<\/li><li>Severe skin reactions, e.g.\u00a0Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, or\u00a0toxic epidermal necrolysis.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In rare cases, severe skin infections are associated with chickenpox.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines such as Pronaxen may cause a small increased risk of heart attack or\u00a0stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If any of the&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;gets serious, or if you notice any&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store Pronaxen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Blister: Do not store above 30 \u00b0 C.&nbsp;Store in the original package.&nbsp;Sensitive to light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton (EXP).&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These 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<p>The active substance is\u00a0naproxen.\u00a01 tablet contains 250 mg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other ingredients are\u00a0lactose monohydrate, corn starch, gelatin, talc, magnesium stearate, and sodium starch glycolate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>The tablets are white, round, cupped with a notch, diameter of 11 mm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pack sizes: 10 tablets and 20 tablets (print packs)<br>Not all pack sizes may be marketed<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Orion Corporation<br>Orionintie 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FI-02200 Espoo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Orion Corporation, Orion Pharma<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Orionintie 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FI-02200 Espoo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Orion Corporation Orion Pharma<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Joensuunkatu 7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FI-24100 Salo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For further information on this medicine, please contact your local representative:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Orion Pharma AB, Danderyd<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>medinfo@orionpharma.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pronaxen is a painkiller, antipyretic and anti- inflammatory drug. Pronaxen belongs to a group of medicines called NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). These work by reducing the formation of so-called prostaglandins (painkillers) in the body. 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