Naproxen Sodium Precautions and Warnings

Being aware of precautions and warnings with naproxen sodium before taking it can help ensure a more effective and safer treatment process. This medication may cause liver and kidney damage, an increase in liver enzymes, anemia, and stomach or intestinal problems. Safety precautions also extend to people who have an active bleeding condition, are allergic to the drug, or are in the third trimester of pregnancy.

Naproxen Sodium Medicine

Naproxen Sodium: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

Talk to your healthcare provider prior to taking naproxen sodium (brand names include Aleve^®, Anaprox^®, and Naprelan^®) if you have:

Asthma
Heart disease, including congestive heart failure
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Liver disease or liver failure
Kidney disease or kidney failure
Bleeding problems or are taking medicine that decreases the blood's ability to clot
Diabetes
Stomach ulcers, stomach bleeding, or a history of either
Any allergies to medicines, including sulfa drugs, aspirin, or other NSAID pain medicines.

Let your healthcare provider know if you:

Are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant
Are breastfeeding
Drink alcohol frequently
Smoke
Are having or have recently had heart surgery.

Also, tell your healthcare provider about all other medicines you are currently taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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