naproxen
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of naproxen
By shortening and rearrangement of methoxy-, naphthyl-, and propionic, components of one of its chemical names
Example Sentences
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Avoid taking painkillers such as aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen, according to the U.S.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 23, 2026
Other NSAIDs, such as naproxen, have been studied for preventing colon, bladder, and breast cancers.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 20, 2026
It can also be caused by excessive use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen, naproxen and high-dose aspirin.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 24, 2022
Its manufacturer, Merck & Company, claimed Vioxx could relieve arthritic pain without causing gastric ulcers — a potential side effect of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen and naproxen.
From Salon ● Mar. 20, 2022
Vioxx, made by Merck, and Celebrex, made by Pfizer, could quell pain and inflammation just as well as drugs like ibuprofen and naproxen, but they did not cause ulcers and gastrointestinal bleeding.
From New York Times ● Nov. 13, 2016
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