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
This includes aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen and other over-the-counter medications.
From Salon • Sep. 7, 2023
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
When the trial was designed, many thought, based on data from small studies, that naproxen was safest and celecoxib was likely to be the riskiest.
From New York Times • Nov. 13, 2016
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