Product Overview
• Fast-acting non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for moderate pain and inflammation • Contains naproxen 500mg – long-acting prostaglandin inhibitor • Pack of 20 film-coated tablets • Suitable for adults and adolescents ≥16 years with rheumatic pain, period pain, migraine, or musculoskeletal injuries • Prescription-only medicine in UAE (some pharmacies may dispense as pharmacist-only)
Product Description
Proxen 500mg Tablets 20s (naproxen) is a powerful, longer-acting NSAID that provides effective relief from pain and inflammation for up to 12 hours with a single dose. Commonly used in the UAE for: Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis Acute gout attacks Musculoskeletal injuries (sprains, strains, back pain) Dysmenorrhoea (severe period pain) Acute migraine attacks Post-operative or dental pain Naproxen has one of the best cardiovascular safety profiles among traditional NSAIDs and is often preferred over ibuprofen or diclofenac for longer-term use when prescribed. Onset within 1 hour; peak effect 2–4 hours; duration up to 12 hours. Manufactured under GMP standards (often Julphar, SPIMACO, or Tabuk in the Gulf region); store below 25°C protected from moisture. Benefits • Up to 12-hour relief – usually only twice-daily dosing (unlike ibuprofen every 6–8 hours) • Strong anti-inflammatory action – superior to paracetamol for arthritis or injury pain • Proven effective for acute gout and severe period pain • Lower risk of heart attack/stroke compared to some other NSAIDs (when used short-term) • 20-tablet pack = convenient 10-day course at standard dose How to Use • Adults and adolescents ≥16 years: – Initial dose: 500mg (1 tablet) – Then 250–500mg every 6–12 hours as needed – Maximum: 1000mg on first day, then 750mg daily – For period pain or migraine: 500mg at onset, then 250–500mg after 6–8 hours • Take with or after food/milk to reduce stomach upset • Swallow whole with water – do not crush or chew • Shortest duration possible (usually ≤10 days for pain/inflammation
