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Prescribed Naprosyn For Patellofemoral Arthritis. Any Side Effects? Heavy And Tired Legs

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I have recently been prescribed Naprosyn SR for advanced patellofemoral arthritis. I am a keen runner and am wondering if there are any side effects likely to affect my ability to compete. I ran a marathon on Saturday and felt short of breath most of the distance, as though I needed an inhaler. Legs felt heavy and tired too.
Debra
Wed, 26 Jun 2013
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Hello, naprosyn should not be taken for longer time. You should not use Naprosyn if you have a history of allergic reaction to aspirin or other NSAID (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug).

Naprosyn may increase your risk of heart attack or stroke, especially if you use it long term.

Naprosyn may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal. These conditions can occur without warning while you are taking Naprosyn.

Answer to severe patella femoral arthritis is total knee replacement. Thank you
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Prescribed Naprosyn For Patellofemoral Arthritis. Any Side Effects? Heavy And Tired Legs

Hello, naprosyn should not be taken for longer time. You should not use Naprosyn if you have a history of allergic reaction to aspirin or other NSAID (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug). Naprosyn may increase your risk of heart attack or stroke, especially if you use it long term. Naprosyn may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal. These conditions can occur without warning while you are taking Naprosyn. Answer to severe patella femoral arthritis is total knee replacement. Thank you