Naproxen

[Dreams2rememeber]

Should I stop taking my naproxen due to the Coronavirus?

I have cut down from twice a day to once but not sure if I should stop or it’s just if I get symptoms.

[Ceri-NorthWales]

Hi, I just had a phone consultation with GP and asked about naproxen as I also have it. Yes, it is safe to take and there is no ibroprufen conatined in naaproxen. Hope this helps and please stay safe x

[Dreams2rememeber in reply to Ceri-NorthWales]

Thank you so much.

Keep well. X

[Paul_Howard Partner LUPUS UK]

Hi Dreams2rememeber .

There is a lot of false information going around about NSAIDs and coronavirus. Dr Chris Wincup kindly updated our article to include the following;

There have been a few reports about non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Ibuprofen, Diclofenac and Naproxen in people who contract coronavirus (COVID-19) suggesting they could increase the risk of complications from the virus. However, this is currently being debated within the medical community and the advice is not clear. You should speak with your doctor or nurse specialist before discontinuing this medication if already taking it. It is suggested that you should not start taking this medication at this time if you are not on it already. It is very important that you DO NOT stop your steroid dose suddenly. A reduction in oral steroids should always be under your doctor’s supervision.

[Dreams2rememeber]

Thank you. I am just carrying on with my medication as normal.