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Find out how naproxen treats pain and swelling and how to take it. NHS medicines information on naproxen – what it's used for, side effects, dosage and who can take it.
What is naproxen? Anti-inflammatory painkillers like naproxen are sometimes called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or just 'anti-inflammatories'. Naproxen is used to treat painful conditions such as arthritis, sprains and strains, backache, period (menstrual) cramps, and gout pain.
View naproxen information, including dose, uses, side-effects, renal impairment, pregnancy, breast feeding, contra-indications and important safety information.
Naproxen and low-dose ibuprofen (up to 1200 mg per day) are considered first-choice options. For people who are taking NSAIDs long-term for other indications, the advice is that there is no need for them to stop their treatment.
Stop taking Naproxen tablets and see your doctor or go to your nearest hospital emergency department immediately if you experience any of the following serious side effects (not known, frequency cannot be estimated from the available data):
Does naproxen cause heart failure or irregular heartbeat? Not directly but taking anti-inflammatory medicines can increase the risk of heart failure and an irregular heartbeat. However, this risk is incredibly small for most people.
NHS medicines information on dosage for naproxen, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.
Welcome to The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust pain management service. This leaflet will provide you and your relatives with information about non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It includes what these types of medication are used for, how they are taken and the risks of taking them.
gloshospitals.nhs.uk DownloadNaproxen usually comes in 250mg tablets. The dose for adults (over 12 years old) is 2 tablets (500mg) to start, then 1 tablet (250mg) every 6 to 8 hours. At least 6 hours should be left between doses. Naproxen should be taken with food. The maximum you can take is 4 doses (1000mg) in 24 hours.
SELF-CARE: NHS England has published guidance for various common conditions for which over the counter (OTC) items should not be routinely prescribed in primary care.