Oxaprozin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Oxaprozin is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis in adults. Oxaprozin is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis in children who are at least 6 years old.
Likewise, people ask, is daypro the same as ibuprofen?
Oxaprozin belongs to a class of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Other members of this class include ibuprofen (Motrin), indomethacin (Indocin), naproxen (Aleve) and several others.
Likewise, what are the side effects of oxaprozin?
Common side effects of Daypro include upset stomach, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, gas, heartburn, stomach pain, bloating, drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, headache, nervousness, skin itching or rash, dry mouth, increased sweating, runny nose, blurred vision, or ringing in your ears.
Is oxaprozin over the counter?
Many medicines available over the counter contain medicines similar to oxaprozin (such as aspirin, ibuprofen, ketoprofen, or naproxen).
How long does it take for oxaprozin to work?
When used for severe or continuing arthritis, this medicine must be taken regularly as ordered by your doctor in order for it to help you. This medicine usually begins to work within one week, but in severe cases up to two weeks or even longer may pass before you begin to feel better.