Naproxen - Pain & inflammation - musculoskeletal
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Status 1
Green
Formulations :
- Tablets
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Restrictions / Comments :
Preferred
Status 2
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
- Effervescent tablets
- Oral suspension
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Restrictions / Comments :
Important
Effervescent tablets and oral suspension are much more expensive and should be reserved for patients in whom ibuprofen suspension is not suitable. Reserve oral suspension for patients with sodium restriction or for children.
Documentation
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PAD Profile
ChemicalSubstance :
Naproxen
Indication :
Pain & inflammation - musculoskeletal
Group Name :
Keywords :
PNMP, NSAID, osteoarthritis, rheumatic disease, musculoskeletal pain
Brand Names Include :
Naprosyn
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Supporting Documents :
0
Traffic Light Entries :
3
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Committee Recommendations (1)
A stepped approach to pain management is recommended. Paracetamol is considered a 1st line option for the treatment of pain. Consider initiation of an oral NSAID as an adjunct to paracetamol if required. See the guidelines attached for further information.
PLEASE NOTE: Naproxen effervescent tablets or naproxen oral suspension, should only be used where a patient with swallowing difficulties caanot tolerate ibuprofen suspension or ibuprofen suspension is ineffective.