can naproxen get you high
(na PROX en)
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What is the most important information I should know about naproxen?
• Take naproxen with food, milk, or an antacid to lessen stomach upset can naproxen get you high.
• Do not crush or chew any extended-release forms of naproxen can naproxen get you high. Swallowthem whole can naproxen get you high. They are specially formulated to release slowly in your body can naproxen get you high. Askyour pharmacist if you do not know if you have an extended-release formulation can naproxen get you high.
• Watch for bloody, black, or tarry stools or blood in your vomit can naproxen get you high. Thesesymptoms could indicate damage to your gastrointestinal tract can naproxen get you high.
• If you drink more than three alcoholic beverages a day, naproxen mayincrease the risk of stomach bleeding can naproxen get you high.
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardousactivities can naproxen get you high. Naproxen may cause dizziness can naproxen get you high. If you experience dizziness, avoidthese activities can naproxen get you high.
What is naproxen?
• Naproxen is in a class of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatorydrugs (NSAIDs) can naproxen get you high.
• Naproxen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and painin the body can naproxen get you high. Naproxen is used to reduce pain, inflammation, and stiffness causedby many conditions, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, ankylosingspondylitis, injury, abdominal cramps associated with menstruation, tendinitis,and bursitis can naproxen get you high.
• Naproxen may also be used for purposes other than those listed in thismedication guide can naproxen get you high.
Who should not take naproxen?
• Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you
· have an allergy to aspirin or any other NSAIDs,
· have an ulcer or bleeding in your stomach,
· drink more than three alcoholic beverages a day,
· have liver disease,
· have kidney disease,
· have a coagulation (bleeding) disorder,
· have congestive heart failure,
· have fluid retention,
· have heart disease, or
· have high blood pressure can naproxen get you high.
• You may not be able to take naproxen, or you may require a dosage adjustmentor special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listedabove can naproxen get you high.
• Naproxen is in the FDA pregnancy category B can naproxen get you high. This means that it is unlikelyto harm an unborn baby can naproxen get you high. Naproxen should not be taken late in pregnancy (thethird trimester) because a similar drug is known to affect the baby's heart can naproxen get you high. Do not take naproxen without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant can naproxen get you high.
• Naproxen passes into breast milk and may harm a nursing infant can naproxen get you high. Do nottake this medicine without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feedinga baby can naproxen get you high.
How should I take naproxen?
• Take naproxen exactly as directed by your doctor can naproxen get you high. If you do not understandthese instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them toyou can naproxen get you high.
• Take each dose with a full glass of water can naproxen get you high.
• Take naproxen with milk, food, or an antacid to lessen stomach upset can naproxen get you high.
• Do not crush or chew any extended-release forms of naproxen can naproxen get you high. Swallowthem whole can naproxen get you high. These are specially formulated to release slowly in your body can naproxen get you high. Askyour pharmacist if you do not know if you have an extended release formulation can naproxen get you high.
• To ensure that you get a correct dose, measure the liquid form of naproxenwith a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not with a regular tablespoon can naproxen get you high. Ifyou do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist where you can getone can naproxen get you high. Shake the suspension well
• Store naproxen at room temperature away from moisture and heat can naproxen get you high.
What happens if I miss a dose?
• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember up to 2 hours late can naproxen get you high. If morethan 2 hours have passed since the missed dose, skip it and take only your nextregularly scheduled dose can naproxen get you high. Do not take a double dose can naproxen get you high.
What happens if I overdose?
• Seek emergency medical attention can naproxen get you high.
• Symptoms of a naproxen overdose include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain,dizziness, drowsiness, headache, ringing in the ears, blurred vision, seizures,sweating, numbness or tingling, little or no urine production, and slow breathing can naproxen get you high.
What should I avoid while taking naproxen?
• Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight can naproxen get you high. Naproxen may increase the sensitivityof your skin to sunlight can naproxen get you high. Use a sunscreen and wear protective clothing whenexposure to the sun is unavoidable can naproxen get you high.
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardousactivities can naproxen get you high. Naproxen may cause dizziness can naproxen get you high. If you experience dizziness, avoidthese activities can naproxen get you high.
• If you drink more than three alcoholic beverages a day, naproxen mayincrease the risk of stomach bleeding can naproxen get you high.
What are the possible side effects of naproxen?
• If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop takingnaproxen and seek medical treatment or call your doctor immediately:
· an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat;swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
· muscle cramps, numbness, or tingling;
· ulcers (open sores) in the mouth;
· rapid weight gain (fluid retention);
· seizures;
· black, bloody, or tarry stools;
· blood in your urine or vomit;
· decreased hearing or ringing in the ears;
· yellowing of your skin or eyes (jaundice); or
· abdominal cramping, heartburn, or indigestion can naproxen get you high.
• Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur can naproxen get you high. Continueto take naproxen and talk to your doctor if you experience
· dizziness or headache;
· nausea, gaseousness, diarrhea, or constipation;
· depression;
· fatigue or weakness;
· dry mouth; or
· irregular menstrual periods can naproxen get you high.
• Side effects other than those listed here may also occur can naproxen get you high. Talk to yourdoctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome can naproxen get you high.
What other drugs will affect naproxen?
• Other prescription and over-the-counter drugs may increase the effectsof naproxen and cause dangerous side effects can naproxen get you high. Tell your doctor if you are takingany of the following drugs:
· other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen(Motrin, Rufen, others), ketoprofen (Orudis, Orudis KT, Oruvail);
· other commonly used NSAIDs, including diclofenac (Voltaren, Cataflam),etodolac (Lodine), fenoprofen (Nalfon), flurbiprofen (Ansaid), indomethacin(Indocin), ketorolac (Toradol), nabumetone (Relafen), oxaprozin (Daypro), piroxicam(Feldene), sulindac (Clinoril), or tolmetin (Tolectin);
· aspirin and other salicylates (forms of aspirin) such as salsalate(Disalcid), choline salicylate, and magnesium salicylate (watch the aspirincontent of other over-the-counter products such as cough, cold, and allergymedicines);
· diuretics (water pills) such as hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ, Hydrodiuril,others), chlorothiazide (Diuril, others), chlorthalidone (Thalitone), bumetanide(Bumex), ethacrynic acid (Edecrin), furosemide (Lasix), spironolactone (Aldactone),and amiloride (Midamor);
· anticoagulants such as warfarin (Coumadin);
· steroids such as prednisone (Deltasone);
· alcohol;
· oral antidiabetic drugs such as glipizide (Glucotrol) and glyburide(Micronase, Diabeta);
· lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid, others);
· cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral); or
· bismuth subsalicylate in drugs such as Pepto-Bismol can naproxen get you high.
• Naproxen can also decrease the effects of other drugs, such as
· angiotensin-converting-enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, used to treat highblood pressure and other conditions, such as benazepril (Lotensin) and captopril(Capoten);
· other commonly used ACE inhibitors, including enalapril (Vasotec),fosinopril (Monopril), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), moexipril (Univasc),quinapril (Accupril), and ramipril (Altace); and
· beta-blockers, used to treat high blood pressure and other conditions,such as acebutolol (Sectral), metoprolol (Lopressor), propranolol (Inderal),atenolol (Tenormin), and carteolol (Cartrol) can naproxen get you high.
• Talk to your doctor before taking naproxen if you are taking any of themedicines listed above can naproxen get you high.
• Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with naproxen can naproxen get you high. Talkto your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-countermedicines can naproxen get you high.
Where can I get more information?
• Your pharmacist has additional information about naproxen written forhealth professionals that you may read can naproxen get you high.
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