Naproxen
Wal-Proxen is a brand-name nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that helps relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and lower fever. It is commonly used to treat conditions such as arthritis, muscle aches, menstrual cramps, and other mild to moderate pain.
Wal-Proxen is a brand-name NSAID used to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and treat various conditions like arthritis and muscle aches.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 643130
- Generic
- Wal-Proxen
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Wal-Proxen is used to treat mild to moderate pain, inflammation, arthritis (both rheumatoid and osteoarthritis), muscle aches, back pain, headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, and fever.
As an NSAID, Wal-Proxen works by blocking enzymes called cyclooxygenase (COX), which are involved in producing prostaglandins—chemicals that cause pain, inflammation, and fever in the body.
Like all NSAIDs, Wal-Proxen may increase risk of heart attack, stroke, and stomach bleeding, especially with long-term use. It should not be used by those allergic to NSAIDs, in late pregnancy, or with certain medical conditions. Always take with food or milk to reduce stomach upset and consult a healthcare provider before use.
Official drug label
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