naproxen
noun
na·prox·en
nə-ˈpräk-sən 
: an analgesic and antipyretic NSAID C14H14O3 often used in the form of its sodium salt
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Some medications, including antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs like Aleve (naproxen), can cause a toenail to detach or fall off after exposure to sunlight.
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Lindsay Curtis, Health, 21 Oct. 2024
Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications The American Dental Association (ADA) also recommends nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Advil (ibuprofen) or Aleve (naproxen), along with Tylenol (acetaminophen) for acute (short-term) pain in adults and children over 12 years old.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 25 Sep. 2024
Over-the-counter brands include Advil or Motrin (ibuprofen) and Aleve (naproxen).
—Femi Aremu, Verywell Health, 13 Aug. 2024
Take oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as Motrin, Advil (ibuprofen), or Aleve (naproxen) to reduce pain and inflammation.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 12 July 2024
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Lindsay Curtis, Health, 21 Oct. 2024
Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications The American Dental Association (ADA) also recommends nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Advil (ibuprofen) or Aleve (naproxen), along with Tylenol (acetaminophen) for acute (short-term) pain in adults and children over 12 years old.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 25 Sep. 2024
Over-the-counter brands include Advil or Motrin (ibuprofen) and Aleve (naproxen).
—Femi Aremu, Verywell Health, 13 Aug. 2024
Take oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as Motrin, Advil (ibuprofen), or Aleve (naproxen) to reduce pain and inflammation.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 12 July 2024
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“Naproxen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/naproxen. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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naproxen
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na·prox·en
nə-ˈpräk-sᵊn
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