naproxen

American  

[nuh-prok-suhn] / nəˈprɒk sən /

noun

Pharmacology.

1. a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory substance, C 1 4 H 1 4 O 3 , used chiefly in the management of certain types of arthritis and as a painkiller.

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Etymology

Origin of naproxen

By shortening and rearrangement of methoxy-, naphthyl-, and propionic, components of one of its chemical names

Example Sentences

Other NSAIDs, such as naproxen, have been studied for preventing colon, bladder, and breast cancers.

From Science Daily

Only seven discussed drug-based treatment for gout, and these usually focused on short-term pain relief such as steroids or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like colchicine, ibuprofen, and naproxen.

From Science Daily

This includes aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen and other over-the-counter medications.

From Salon

The company said the flat fee could cover a list of medications like the antibiotic amoxicillin and the anti-inflammatory drug naproxen.

From Seattle Times

It can also be caused by excessive use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen, naproxen and high-dose aspirin.

From Seattle Times