What is naproxen?

Answer by  MHugabom (523)

Naproxen is an over the counter Non steroidal anti inflammatory drug. The most common brand is Aleve. It is used to treat minor pain and fever.

Answer by  msbee (484)

Naproxen also known as Naoproxen Sodium is used in over the counter pain killers such as Aleve. It is used to reduce fever, treat inflammation, alleviate pain and treat symptoms related to osteoporosis, arthritis, menstrual cramps, gout and a wide range of other conditions to reduce pain and increase blood flow.

Answer by  annie52foof (1459)

Naproxen is a prescription anti inflamatory used to treat inflamation and pain associated with inflamation. You may also purchase naproxen over the counter. The brand name for it is Aleve.

Answer by  heatherc1116 (16)

naproxen is used to relieve pain, and fever. naproxen can be found in many over the counter pain relievers including aleve.

Answer by  jaimesgirl (1055)

Naproxen is part of the generic name for a medicine called naproxen sodium. One of the most popular brand names of this is Naprosyn. Naproxen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicine that is used for relief of symptoms associated with PMS, migraine headache, and sometimes for back or leg muscle strains.

Answer by  heather88 (1897)

Naproxen is in a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Naproxen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. Does that help answer the question.