naproxen sodium
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Definition
- Noun:
- A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID): "naproxen sodium" is a medication used to reduce pain, fever, and inflammation in the body. It belongs to a class of drugs that are not steroids.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The doctor recommended naproxen sodium for my muscle pain.
- Naproxen sodium can be effective in reducing arthritis inflammation.
- Always take naproxen sodium with food to avoid stomach upset.
Advanced Usage
- As a specific chemical compound: In medical or pharmaceutical contexts, "naproxen sodium" refers precisely to the sodium salt form of the drug naproxen, which may affect how quickly it is absorbed by the body.
- The formulation uses naproxen sodium for faster onset of action.
Variants and Related Words
- Naproxen (n): The base drug name. Naproxen sodium is a specific salt form of naproxen.
- Both naproxen and naproxen sodium are common NSAIDs.
- NSAID (n, abbreviation): Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. This is the broader category.
- Ibuprofen and naproxen sodium are both types of NSAIDs.
Synonyms
- Analgesic (n): A substance that relieves pain.
- Anti-inflammatory (n/adj): A substance that reduces inflammation.
Related Terms (Brand Names)
- Aleve®: A common over-the-counter brand name for naproxen sodium.
- Anaprox®: A prescription brand name for naproxen sodium.
- Aflaxen®: Another brand name for naproxen sodium.
Noun
- a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trademarks Aleve and Anaprox and Aflaxen) that fights pain and inflammation