This eMedTV page examines Naprelan, a prescription drug used to reduce pain, inflammation, fever, and stiffness caused by injury, arthritis, and other conditions. This page covers Naprelan dosing, side effects, strengths, and overdose symptoms.
Common Naprelan side effects can include headache, nausea, and inflammation of the sinuses. This eMedTV article also lists rare side effects of Naprelan (such as anemia) and side effects (such as chest pain) that require emergency medical care.
As this selection from the eMedTV archives explains, weight gain does not appear to be a side effect of Naprelan. However, if you're taking Naprelan and weight gain occurs, you may be able to combat it with diet and regular physical activity.
What is Naprelan used for? As this eMedTV page explains, Naprelan is used for pain relief, treatment of several types of arthritis, and treatment of painful menstrual periods. Off-label Naprelan uses include treatment of lupus, among other things.
As this eMedTV page explains, the starting Naprelan dosage for rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis is 375 mg or 500 mg a day. This page also lists Naprelan doses for other conditions and factors affecting Naprelan dosing.
Naprelan drug interactions can raise your risk of bleeding and stomach ulcers, among other things. This eMedTV segment lists some of the drugs that Naprelan can potentially interact with, including aspirin, prednisone, warfarin, and lithium.
This eMedTV page lists precautions and warnings with Naprelan, such as things to tell your doctor before taking Naprelan, potential Naprelan drug interactions, and possible serious side effects like liver damage and unexplained rash.
As this eMedTV page explains, most doctors don't recommend taking Naprelan during pregnancy, as it can possibly harm fetuses and complicate labor and delivery. Talk with your doctor if you're taking Naprelan and pregnancy occurs.
Generic Naprelan is currently unavailable. As this eMedTV page explains, Naprelan is protected by a patent that expires in 2014. This article warns against buying so-called generics for Naprelan, which are fake and potentially dangerous.
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