Oxaprozin

Information about Oxaprozin

How Oxaprozin works

Oxaprozin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Common side effects of Oxaprozin

Rash, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Constipation, Dyspepsia, Increased bleeding time, Gastrointestinal ulcer, Renal dysfunction
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Available Medicine for Oxaprozin

OxaproZuventus Healthcare Ltd
621 variant(s)
MacproxMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
551 variant(s)

Expert advice for Oxaprozin

  • You have been prescribed Oxaprozin to relieve pain and inflammation.
  • Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
  • Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
  • Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Oxaprozin.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Oxaprozin as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
  • Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.

Frequently asked questions for Oxaprozin

Oxaprozin

Q. Is Oxaprozin a narcotic, painkiller, opiate or benzodiazepine?

Oxaprozin is not a narcotic, an opiate or a benzodiazepine. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Q. Is Oxaprozin like Vicodin (acetaminophen and hydrocodone)?

Oxaprozin and Vicodin (acetaminophen and hydrocodone) belong to different class of pain killers

Q. Does oxaprozin contains aspirin, acetaminophen or codeine?

Oxaprozin does not contain aspirin, acetaminophen or codeine

Q. Is Oxaprozin addictive?

Oxaprozin is not addictive. But it can be misused or excessively abused for pain relief

Q. Is Oxaprozin an antiarrhythmic, muscle relaxer, blood thinner?

Oxaprozin is not an antiarrhythmic, muscle relaxer or blood thinner

Q. Can I take oxaprozin with ibuprofen, Vicodin, Aleve, acetaminophen (Tylenol), hydrocodone?

Oxaprozin when taken with ibuprofen, acetaminophen (Tylenol), Vicodin (acetaminophen and hydrocodone), naproxen (Aleve) can lead to increased side effects

Q. Does Oxaprozin get you high, make you drowsy, sleepy or cause weight gain?

Oxaprozin does not get you high. However, it can cause drowsiness and sleepiness, and weight loss.

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