Details

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Manufacturer

Sunward Pharmaceutical Sdn. Bhd.

Registraction Number

MAL19992402AZ

Content:

Naproxen Sodium (550 mg)
 

Indications

Sunprox 550 mg Tablet is indicated for:

• Relief of mild to moderate pain, including primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation).

• Treatment of inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA), osteoarthritis (OA), ankylosing spondylitis, tendinitis, bursitis, and acute gout.

 

Instructions

• Dosage:

  • Rheumatic disorders: Initially, 550 mg twice daily (bd); may be increased up to 1,100 mg daily in divided doses.

  • Acute gout: Initially, 825 mg, followed by 275 mg every 8 hours until the attack subsides.

  • Dysmenorrhea: Initially, 550 mg, followed by 275 mg every 6–8 hours if needed.

  • Maximum daily dose: Not to exceed 1,375 mg.

• Administration: Take with food to minimize gastrointestinal discomfort.

• Precautions:

  • Contraindicated in patients with active peptic ulceration, hypersensitivity to naproxen or other NSAIDs, and those with a history of asthma, rhinitis, or nasal polyps induced by aspirin or other NSAIDs.

  • Use with caution in patients with cardiovascular disease, hypertension, fluid retention, renal or hepatic impairment, and those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders.

  • Monitor for adverse effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding, liver dysfunction, skin reactions, and renal impairment.

  • Avoid concurrent use with other NSAIDs, including aspirin, and be cautious when combining with antihypertensives, diuretics, methotrexate, lithium, and quinolone antibiotics.