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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 10, 2024 | 7:20 PM IST
Napronish-250 Tablet 10's is used to reduce pain and swelling in muscles and joints in conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis (pain and stiffness in the backbone), cervical spondylitis (wear and tear of spinal discs in the neck) and acute gout (severe pain due to excess of uric acid). It contains Naproxen, which works by reducing the production of chemical, known as prostaglandins, that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, helps in relieving pain and swelling associated with different types of arthritis. In some cases, you may experience indigestion, heartburn, stomach pain, nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, bruising, itching, rash, and ringing in your ears. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition

NAPROXEN-250MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Nishitha Biotech

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Napronish-250 Tablet 10's

Napronish-250 Tablet 10's belongs to a class of painkillers known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Napronish-250 Tablet 10's is primarily used to reduce pain and swelling in muscles and joints in conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis (pain and stiffness in the backbone), cervical spondylitis (wear and tear of spinal discs in the neck) and acute gout (severe pain due to excess of uric acid). Arthritis is a condition that causes swelling of one or more joints, resulting in pain and stiffness of joints that worsen over time.

Napronish-250 Tablet 10's contains Naproxen, which works by blocking the action of the cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body that is involved in the production of certain chemical substances, such as prostaglandins, that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, helps in relieving pain and swelling associated with different types of arthritis.

Take Napronish-250 Tablet 10's as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your Napronish-250 Tablet 10's based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience indigestion, heartburn, stomach pain, nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, bruising, itching, rash, and ringing in your ears. Most of these side effects of Napronish-250 Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Napronish-250 Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's. Do not consume alcohol with Napronish-250 Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Napronish-250 Tablet 10's may cause an increased risk of severe heart problems like myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. It should not be used by a patient who has undergone recent heart bypass surgery or is going to have it. Napronish-250 Tablet 10's increases the risk of severe gastrointestinal conditions like bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal.

Uses of Napronish-250 Tablet 10's

Treatment of Joint pains, Menstrual cramp.

Medicinal Benefits

Napronish-250 Tablet 10's is used to reduce pain and swelling in muscles and joints in conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis (pain and stiffness in the backbone), cervical spondylitis (wear and tear of spinal discs in neck) and acute gout (severe pain due to excess of uric acid). It is also used to treat fibrositis (muscle pain and stiffness), tenosynovitis (swelling of tendons), low back pain, strains and sprains.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it preferably with or after food to avoid stomach upset or take as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take it with food or as advised by the doctor with the help of a measuring cup.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Napronish-250 Tablet 10's

  • Indigestion

  • Heartburn

  • Stomach pain

  • Constipation

  • Gas

  • Vomiting

  • Nausea

  • Diarrhoea

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Napronish-250 Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Napronish-250 Tablet 10's is not recommended for pregnant women especially in third trimester as it may cause harm to the baby. Therefore, pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised to consult a doctor before taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's. Elderly patients are at greater risk for gastrointestinal bleeding problems so the doctor can limit their dose. Do not consume alcohol with Napronish-250 Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Napronish-250 Tablet 10's may cause an increased risk of severe heart problems like myocardial infarction, and stroke, which can be fatal. If you notice bleeding from your back passage as black sticky motions or bloody stools, blood in vomit or stomach pain spreading to back, please stop taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's and contact your doctor immediately. It should not be used by the patient who had undergone recent heart bypass surgery or are about to undergo surgery. Napronish-250 Tablet 10's increases the risk of severe gastrointestinal conditions like bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal. If you experience weight loss, diarrhea, pain or vomiting, please stop taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's and consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of worsening or Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis (swelling in digestive tract). 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Napronish-250 Tablet 10's may have interaction with pain killers (ibuprofen, diclofenac, paracetamol, aspirin), high blood pressure-lowering medicines (propranolol, enalapril, cilazapril, losartan, candesartan, eprosartan), water pills (furosemide), blood thinners (heparin, warfarin, clopidogrel), fits related medicines (phenytoin), antidiabetic drugs (glimepiride, glipizide), antibiotics (moxifloxacin, ciprofloxacin), HIV/AIDS medicines (Zidovudine).

Drug- Food Interaction: Napronish-250 Tablet 10's may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid alcohol intake while taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of stomach bleeding.

Drug-Disease Interaction: People with diabetes, stomach ulcer, gastrointestinal bleeding, asthma, kidney, liver or heart problems and an autoimmune condition, such as systemic lupus erythematosus (joint pain, fever and skin rashes), colitis or Crohn’s disease (conditions causing swelling of the bowel, diarrhoea, bowel pain, vomiting and weight loss) should consult a doctor before taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • IBUPROFEN
  • DICLOFENAC
  • PARACETAMOL
  • ASPIRIN
  • PROPRANOLOL
  • ENALAPRIL
  • CILAZAPRIL
  • LOSARTAN
  • CANDESARTAN
  • EPROSARTAN
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • HEPARIN
  • WARFARIN
  • CLOPIDOGREL
  • PHENYTOIN
  • GLIMEPIRIDE
  • GLIPIZIDE
  • MOXIFLOXACIN
  • CIPROFLOXACIN
  • ZIDOVUDINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular exercise such as cycling, walking, jogging, dancing or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day.
  • Maintain healthy body weight (BMI between 18.5 - 24.9) as obesity may worsen joint pains and cause injury at the damaged site.
  • Maintain a low fat and a low calorie diet and eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and quit smoking.

Special Advise

  • If you are elderly, smoker, had stroke previously, or have high blood pressure, diabetes or high cholesterol, please inform your doctor as these conditions may increase the risk of heart problems.

  • Do not take more than the prescribed dose as it may cause Napronish-250 Tablet 10's overdose and lead to symptoms such as heartburn, stomach upset, unconsciousness, dizziness, ringing or buzzing in ears, fits, fainting, diarrhoea or excitation.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Arthritis: It is a condition that causes swelling of one or more joints resulting in pain and stiffness of joints that worsen over time. There are different types of arthritis of which osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are most common types. The symptoms of arthritis include joint pain, stiffness, redness, tenderness, swelling in and around joints and reduced movement of joints. The risk of arthritis increases with age, obesity, previous joint injury or family history. Proper medication, physiotherapy or sometimes surgery may help to reduce symptoms of arthritis and enhance quality of life.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Napronish-250 Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of stomach bleeding and ulcer.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Napronish-250 Tablet 10's is a Category C pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women especially in the third trimester. However, please consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Caution

Napronish-250 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, tiredness, drowsiness or vision problems in some people. So, drive only if you are alert after taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's.

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Liver

Caution

Take Napronish-250 Tablet 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Napronish-250 Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in patients with moderate to severe and severe renal impairment whose creatinine clearance is less than 30 mL/min. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Napronish-250 Tablet 10's can be prescribed to the children for the treatment of muscle/bone disorders for children (from 1 month), joint disease diseases (from 2 years) and for period pain in girl children (under 15 years). However, your doctor will decide whether Napronish-250 Tablet 10's should be given for the specific condition or not.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

2-3-64/1/c, 1st Floor, Jaiswal Garden, Hyderabad, 500013
Other Info - NAP0211

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FAQs

Napronish-250 Tablet 10's is used to reduce pain and swelling in muscles and joints in conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis (pain and stiffness in the backbone), cervical spondylitis (wear and tear of spinal discs in neck) and acute gout (severe pain due to excess of uric acid).
Napronish-250 Tablet 10's works by blocking the action of the cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body that is involved in the production of certain chemical substances, such as prostaglandins, that cause pain and swelling.
Arthritis is chronic condition of joints with pain and inflammation. Napronish-250 Tablet 10's does not cure arthritis but relieve symptoms of arthritis like joint pain, swelling and stiffness.
No, Napronish-250 Tablet 10's is not recommended for use during pregnancy especially in the last three months. It can affect and may harm the unborn baby (fetus). Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's.
Yes, Napronish-250 Tablet 10's may increase the risk of heart problems such as heart attack and stroke especially when used in high doses or for prolonged duration. It is advised to inform your doctor if you have any of these conditions or have history of heart problems or stroke before taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's. However, it is recommended to take Napronish-250 Tablet 10's in dose and for duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be not used by the patient who have had recent heart by pass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft - CABG).
Napronish-250 Tablet 10's is a pregnancy category C medicine so, it is advisable to tell your doctor before its intake. It may inhibit ovulation (release of egg from ovary) and decrease the levels of progesterone leading to infertility in women. However, this effect is temporary and ovulation returns to normal mostly after one month of stopping Napronish-250 Tablet 10's. However, if you are planning for pregnancy or have difficulties becoming pregnant, please inform your doctor before taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's.
No, you are not recommended to take Napronish-250 Tablet 10's with warfarin as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of bleeding more easily. However, if you notice blood in urine or stools, dizziness, unusual bleeding or bruising, vomiting, weakness or headache, please consult a doctor immediately. If you are supposed to use these medicines together, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately to use safely.
In rare cases, taking anti-inflammatory medicines, including Napronish-250 Tablet 10's, may increase the chances of getting heart failure. However, the risk is minimal for most people.
Always take Napronish-250 Tablet 10's with or after a meal so it does not affect your stomach.
Using Napronish-250 Tablet 10's together with other Painkillers is generally not recommended. Combining these medications may increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract, such as inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and, rarely, perforation.
The doctor should decide the dose and duration based on your medical needs.
It is okay to take Napronish-250 Tablet 10's with paracetamol, but this should only be done for short periods.
Please do not stop taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor prescribes it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's.
NSAIDs, including Napronish-250 Tablet 10's, may cause an increased risk of sudden kidney failure and even progressive kidney damage.
Napronish-250 Tablet 10's is not a steroid. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
If you've been taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's for a long time, you are at risk of getting a stomach ulcer. Your doctor may prescribe a medicine, such as omeprazole or other medications, to protect your stomach.
The choice between a lower and higher dose of medication depends on your specific needs. A lower dose may be suitable for mild symptoms, while a higher dose may be needed for more severe symptoms. However, higher doses can also increase the risk of side effects. Always consult your healthcare provider to determine the best dosage for you.
Before stopping Napronish-250 Tablet 10's, always check with your healthcare provider, even if your migraine symptoms have improved. They prescribed the medication for a specific time to ensure your migraine is fully treated and to avoid relapse. Suddenly stopping can cause new headaches or withdrawal effects. Your healthcare provider will advise you on how to reduce the dosage if needed safely and when it's okay to stop taking the medication.
Napronish-250 Tablet 10's may cause diarrhoea. Napronish-250 Tablet 10's can irritate the stomach and gut, leading to diarrhoea, tummy pain, or nausea. Talk to your doctor about diarrhoea or other side effects while taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's. Do not take any antidiarrheal medical medications unless recommended by the doctor.
Napronish-250 Tablet 10's may not safe for everyone. Don't take them if you're allergic to Naproxen, have a bleeding stomach ulcer, kidney disease, severe heart failure, or are in your third trimester of pregnancy. Also, avoid taking them if you're breastfeeding unless your doctor says it's okay. And don't combine them with other NSAIDs or blood thinners. Always check with your healthcare provider first to make sure it's safe for you to take Naproxen Tablets.
NSAIDs like Napronish-250 Tablet 10's can cause kidney inflammation (nephritis) or other kidney problems. However, this is more likely to occur in people who already have kidney issues, high blood pressure, or are taking other medications that affect kidney function. Always consult your healthcare provider before taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's, especially if you have pre-existing kidney conditions or concerns.
Taking more than the recommended dosage does not provide additional relief and can increase the risk of adverse effects.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember unless it's almost time for your next dose. In this case, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Never take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep Napronish-250 Tablet 10's out of reach and out of sight to children.
You should start to feel better about one hour after taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's. However, this may vary from person to person based on various factors.
No, Napronish-250 Tablet 10's is not addictive, but it's essential always to take it as advised.
Long-term use or high doses of Napronish-250 Tablet 10's can lead to stomach ulcers, especially if you're older or have poor health. If you've had ulcers, your doctor may prescribe protective medication to take alongside it, safeguarding your stomach and preventing potential complications.
Do not drink alcohol while taking Napronish-250 Tablet 10's. Alcohol can increase your risk of stomach bleeding caused by Napronish-250 Tablet 10's.
Common side effects of Napronish-250 Tablet 10's may include indigestion, heartburn, stomach pain, nausea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, bruising, itching, rash, and ringing in your ears. Most of these side effects of Napronish-250 Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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