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Napra D 250mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Naproxen, Domperidone
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Napra D 250mg Tablet

Napra D 250mg Tablet is a combination medication, primarily prescribed for the treatment and prevention of migraine attack. This medication is comprized of two drugs, Naproxen and Domperidone, which belongs to the class of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and dopamine antagonists, respectively.

On using this medicine some side effects like stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, drowsiness, headache may occur. Serious side effects may include easy bruising or bleeding, painful swallowing, ringing in the ears, signs of kidney problems, mood changes, unusual tiredness, swelling of the ankles, feet and hands, unexplained stiff neck, unexplained weight gain and vision changes.

To ensure this medicine is safe for you tell your doctor if you have asthma, blood disorders, nasal polyps, liver disease, heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure or throat, stomach or intestinal problems.

Take this medicine by mouth as instructed by your doctor, usually 2 or 3 times in a day. Remember to not lie down for a minimum of 10 minutes after taking it. To prevent stomach upset, take this drug with milk, food or an antacid.

To reduce your risk of side effects, start the medication at the lowest effective dose for a short period of time. Take a higher dosage if needed, after consulting with a doctor.

    What are the uses of Napra D 250mg Tablet

    • Prevention Of Migraine Attacks

    • Nausea Or Vomiting

    What are the contraindications of Napra D 250mg Tablet ?

    • Hypersensitivity Reaction

    What are the side effects of Napra D 250mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Napra D 250mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      You should not take this drug with alcohol as it has inflammatory effects and it can nullify the effects of this medication in some people.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medication is unsafe to use during pregnancy.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      The amount of drug secreted in milk is too small to be harmful to the infant, and is usually found to be safe in ordinary doses. But the patient must consult before taking it.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      You should not drive when you have taken as it can cause drowsiness.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Patients with impaired kidney functions must exercise caution when taking this medication, as it can make their symptoms worse. Doctors may have to use this medicine in smaller doses.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      Patients with impaired liver function must exercise caution when taking this medication, as it can make their symptoms worse. Doctors may have to use this medicine in smaller doses.

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The effects of the medication last for 6-8 hours.

    • What is the onset of action?

      This medicine has a fairly quick onset. You will begin to feel its effects within 30-60 minutes.

    • Is it habit forming?

      Habit forming tendencies have not been reported for this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Napra D 250mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Napra D 250mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is a combination of Naproxen and Domperidone. This medicine is prescribed for the treatment of migraine attacks. As both the drugs belong to two different classes, namely, NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drug) and Dopamine antagonist, respectively, thus it works via dual mechanism.

    Firstly it inhibits prostaglandin synthesis by non selectively impeding the COX -1 and COX -2 enzymes. This helps in alleviating inflammation, as prostaglandin is a regulator for inflammation in muscles. Secondly, it gets attached to the dopaminergic receptors without causing any release of the chemical dopamine. This, in turn, eases gastric emptying and abate small bowel transit time.

      What are the interactions of Napra D 250mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Alcohol use is strictly advised against when you are on this medicine. That is because alcohol increases the tendency of your stomach to bleed, which may be a side effect of this medicine. The bleeding is caused due to the chemical naproxen.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        It has negative interactions with antacids, amiodarone, Atazanavir, Ciprofloxacin, Clarithromycin, Bisoprolol, aluminium hydroxide and oxide, amprenavir and Aprepitant.
      • Interaction with Disease

        This medication should not be consumed in case you have had allergy to it or its active components in the past. It also should not be taken in case you have other diseases like vertigo, active peptic ulcers, kidney diseases and impairment, gastrointestinal and stomach bleeding and congestive heart failure.
      • Interaction with Food

        This medicine does not have any known interactions with food items.

      FAQs about Napra D 250mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Napra D 250mg Tablet used for?

        Ans : This medication is used to treat migraine. This medication contains domperidone and naproxen as active ingredients. Do not chew or break this medicine, it has to be swallowed as a whole and can be taken with or without food at a fixed time.

      • Ques : What are the side effects of Napra D 250mg Tablet?

        Ans :

        Some of the side effects are mentioned below:

        1. drowsiness
        2. headache
        3. depression
        4. itching
        5. inability of concentration
        6. swelling of eyes and lips

      • Ques : Is Napra D 250mg Tablet safe during pregnancy?

        Ans : Kindly consult with a doctor or specialist for a recommendation on a particular case.

      References

      • Naproxen- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [Cited 1 February 2020]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/naproxen

      • Naproxen- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2005 [Cited 1 February 2020]. Available from:

        https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00788

      • Domperidone- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [Cited 1 February 2020]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/domperidone

      • Domperidone- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2005 [Cited 1 February 2020]. Available from:

        https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01184

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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