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DOSAGE
Naproxen CAS number 22204-53-1
Take naproxen exactly as directed on the label, or as it has been
prescribed by your doctor. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or
use it for longer than recommended.
Naprosyn is a slower-acting form of naproxen and this brand should be used
only for treating arthritis or ankylosing spondylitis. Follow your doctors
instructions.
Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release or enteric-coated tablet.
Swallow the pill whole. The extended-release pill is specially made to
release medicine slowly in the body. Breaking the pill would cause too much
of the drug to be released at one time. The enteric-coated pill has a
special coating to protect your stomach. Breaking the pill could damage this
coating. Shake the oral suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a
dose. To be sure you get the correct dose, measure the liquid with a marked
measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do
not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
If you take naproxen for a long period of time, your doctor may want to
check you on a regular basis to make sure this medication is not causing
harmful effects. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
Store naproxen at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
The usual adult dose is 250-500 mg twice daily using regular naproxen
tablets.
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