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Naproxen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It inhibits cyclooxygenase thus reducing prostaglandin and thromboxane synthesis.

Dr. David Rosenfeld reviewed this

29 year experience in Pain Management

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Naprosyn • Anaprox • Naprelan • EC naprosyn • Aleve • Nafasol • Naproscript • Synflex

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