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
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 • Jan. 9, 2026
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 • Jan. 24, 2023
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
They do not apply to someone who pops an occasional ibuprofen like Advil for a pulled muscle or takes a naproxen such as Aleve for a headache.
From New York Times • Nov. 13, 2016
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