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Definition of Naproxen

1. Noun. A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Naprosyn) used in the treatment of arthritis and musculoskeletal inflammation and moderate pain.

Definition of Naproxen

1. Noun. (pharmacology) A certain non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that inhibits the COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes and thereby reduces pain, fever, inflammation, and stiffness. ¹

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Definition of Naproxen

1. an anti-inflammatory drug [n -S]

Medical Definition of Naproxen

1. 2-(6-methoxy-2-naphthyl)propionic acid. An anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic and antipyretic properties. Both the acid and its sodium salt are used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic or musculoskeletal disorders, dysmenorrhoea, and acute gout. Pharmacological action: non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, cyclooxygenase inhibitors, gout suppressants. Chemical name: 2-Naphthaleneacetic acid, 6-methoxy-alpha-methyl-, (S)- (12 Dec 1998)

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