Naproxen
Pronunciation
Naproxen 250mg
Introduction
| Generic Name 藥名 | HA Code 藥物代碼 | Classification藥物分類 |
|---|---|---|
| Naproxen Sodium Tablet 275mg | P1S1S3 |
Mechanism of Action
Non-opioid Analgesic (NSAID) Anti-inflammatory agent, Nonselective COX inhibitor, inhibits COX-1 and COX-2
Dosage
In the treatment of rheumatic disorders:
Oral: 500 mg to 1 g daily either as a single dose or in 2 divided doses.
In other painful conditions such as dysmenorrhea and acute musculoskeletal disorders:
Oral: initially 500 mg, followed by 250 mg every 6 to 8 hours, up to a maximum daily dose of 1.25 g on the first day and 1 g thereafter.
In acute gout:
Oral: initial dose 750 mg followed by 250 mg every 8 hours
Naproxen has been given rectally in similar doses to those used orally.
Administration in children
In the treatment of juvenile idiopathic arthritis for children aged 2 years and over:
Oral: 10 mg/kg daily in 2 divided doses.
For musculoskeletal disorders,
oral: 5 mg/kg twice daily (maximum of 1 g daily).
