NAPROHEAL 500 (500mg Naproxen)

Product Information

NAPROHEAL 500mg Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine used to treat pain and inflammation in conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, and juvenile arthritis. It is also used for muscle and joint pain, headache, toothache, and menstrual cramps. It works by reducing the production of chemical messengers that cause pain, fever, and inflammation.

Why is this Medication Prescribed?

NAPROHEAL is prescribed to manage both chronic joint conditions and short-term pain episodes. It provides relief from pain and swelling, improving movement and quality of life.

Uses

• Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis

• Ankylosing spondylitis

• Gout attacks

• Juvenile arthritis

• Muscle and joint pain

• Toothache and headache

• Menstrual cramps

Benefits

• Relieves pain, swelling, and stiffness in joints and muscles

• Improves mobility in arthritis and related conditions

• Effective for short-term pain such as headache, dental pain, or menstrual cramps

• Helps restore daily activity and quality of life

How Should this Medicine be Used?

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

• Always take with food to reduce stomach upset.

• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time.

• Take regularly while needed — do not miss doses, as this may reduce effectiveness.

• Do not take more than prescribed or for longer than advised.

Other Uses

None routinely indicated beyond pain and inflammation management.

⚠️ Bleeding Risk Warning (Adapted for NSAIDs)

This medicine may increase your risk of stomach or intestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation, which can occur without warning and may be life-threatening.

• Tell your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, bleeding disorders, or if you regularly drink alcohol.

• Report symptoms such as black stools, vomiting blood, or severe abdominal pain immediately.

• Older adults and people taking anticoagulants, corticosteroids, or other NSAIDs are at higher risk.

⚠️ Heart Risk Warning (Adapted for NSAIDs)

Long-term or high-dose use of this medicine may increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, or high blood pressure.

• Tell your doctor if you have heart disease, circulation problems, or a history of stroke.

• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time.

• Report chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness on one side of the body, or sudden slurred speech immediately.

Special Precautions

• Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems, asthma, or blood disorders.

• Avoid alcohol, as it increases the risk of stomach irritation and bleeding.

• Tell your doctor about all medicines you are taking, especially blood thinners, corticosteroids, or other NSAIDs.

• Use only under medical supervision during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

• Indigestion

• Abdominal pain

• Nausea

• Headache

• Rash

• Bruising

• Edema (swelling)

Seek medical advice if side effects are persistent or worsening.

Storage & Disposal

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.

• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

• Dispose of unused tablets properly; do not flush into wastewater.

Emergency Guidance

• Seek urgent medical help if you experience symptoms of severe stomach bleeding (black/tarry stools, vomiting blood), chest pain, sudden shortness of breath, weakness on one side of the body, or an allergic reaction (swelling, rash, difficulty breathing).

• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double up.

• In case of overdose, contact emergency services or poison control immediately.