naproxen

Definitions


[naˈprɒksɛn], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a synthetic compound used as an anti-inflammatory drug, especially in the treatment of headache and arthritis


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Origin:
1970s: from na(phthyl) + pr(opionic) + ox(y-), + -en on the pattern of words such as tamoxifen




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