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Apranax Tablet: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects in Pakistan

Apranax Tablet (Naproxen Sodium) ke quick uses, dose guide, side effects, warnings, aur buying price range.

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated:

Prescription

Form

TABLET

Strength

250mg, 500mg

Manufacturer

Martin Dow

Estimated price

Rs. 387.86

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Important warnings

  • Don't use Apranax Tablet if you are allergic to Naproxen, aspirin, or other NSAIDs
  • Avoid if you have had asthma attacks triggered by aspirin or NSAIDs

Apranax Tablet Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Price in Pakistan

1. Quick Info (Mukhtasir Maloomat)

FieldDetails
Brand NameApranax
Generic NameNaproxen Sodium
Strength250mg, 500mg
FormTablet
Drug ClassNon-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
ManufacturerMartin Dow
PrescriptionRx (doctor ke baghair na lein)
PriceRs. 180 - 350 approx
Packaging10 tablets blister pack

2. What is Apranax Tablet? (Apranax Tablet kya hai)

Apranax Tablet is a medicine commonly prescribed in Pakistan for various inflammatory conditions and pain relief. It contains the active ingredient Naproxen Sodium, which belongs to the Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID) class. This medication works by reducing inflammation and alleviating symptoms associated with arthritis, menstrual cramps, and other painful conditions. However, it is important to follow your doctor's instructions regarding dosage and duration of treatment.

3. Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)

  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Ankylosing spondylitis
  • Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
  • Menstrual cramps
  • Acute gout attacks
  • Tendonitis and bursitis (tendonitis aur bursitis)
  • Headache and migraine
  • Dental pain (dental dard)

4. Who Should Take (Kis ko leni chahiye)

  • Individuals suffering from chronic inflammatory conditions like arthritis
  • Patients experiencing acute pain due to gout or dental issues
  • People with muscle and joint pains

5. When NOT to Take (Kab nahi leni chahiye)

  • If you are allergic to Naproxen, aspirin, or other NSAIDs
  • If you have a history of asthma triggered by NSAIDs
  • If you have active stomach ulcers or bleeding

6. Dosage (Kitni leni hai)

  • As prescribed
  • Weight-based dose
  • Recommended limit se zyada na len
  • Agar dose bhool jayein to yaad aane par le lein. Agar agli dose ka waqt qareeb ho to dose skip karein. Double dose kabhi na lein.

7. How to Take (Kaise leni hai)

  • Once daily (roz ek dafa)
  • Same time (har din aik hi waqt)
  • Morning preferred (subah lena behtar)
  • With or without food (khane ke sath ya baghair)

8. Best Time (Kab leni chahiye)

  • Morning (subah)
  • Daily same time (routine maintain karein)

9. Empty Stomach or After Food (Khali pait ya khane ke baad)

  • Dono taraf se le sakte hain — khali pait ya khane ke baad. Agar stomach sensitive ho to khane ke baad lena behtar hai.

10. Warnings (Ihtiyat)

  • Don't use Apranax Tablet if you are allergic to Naproxen, aspirin, or other NSAIDs
  • Avoid if you have had asthma attacks triggered by aspirin or NSAIDs

11. Precautions (Ahm ehtiyaat)

  • Cool aur dry jagah rakhein
  • Direct sunlight se door rakhein
  • Bachon ki pahunch se door rakhein

12. Side Effects (Nuksanat)

  • Stomach upset or pain, Nausea and vomiting, Heartburn
  • Severe stomach pain, Difficulty breathing, Swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, or neck

13. Drug Interactions (Dawaon ke sath reaction)

  • Other NSAIDs
  • Blood thinners like warfarin

BP zyada gir sakta hai — danger ho sakta hai.

14. When to See Doctor (Kab doctor ke paas jayein)

  • Severe stomach pain
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, or neck

15. Alternatives (Sasti Dusri Dawaein)

Brand NameCompanySalt (Generic)
NaprosynMerck & Co.Naproxen Sodium
AleveBayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.Naproxen Sodium

16. Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)

Pack SizePrice (Approx)
10 tabletsRs. 180 - 350 approx

(Note: Price pharmacy aur packing size par depend karti hai)

17. FAQs (Aksar poochay jane walay sawalat)

Q: Apranax Tablet kis kaam aati hai?

A: Apranax Tablet doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. Yeh inflammatory conditions aur pain relief mein use hoti hai.

Q: Apranax Tablet kitne mg ki hoti hai?

A: Apranax Tablet ki strengths 250mg, 500mg hoti hain. Exact strength ke liye pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Q: Pakistan mein Apranax Tablet ka price kya hai?

A: Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Q: Kya Apranax Tablet pregnancy mein safe hai?

A: Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Q: Apranax Tablet ke nuksanat kya hain?

A: Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

18. Medical Review (Medical jaiza)

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated: 2025-07-08 Last Updated: 2026-04-22

19. Disclaimer (Zaroori tanbeeh)

Is page ki maloomat sirf awareness ke liye hai. Yeh medical advice nahi hai. Koi bhi dawa lene se pehle apne doctor ya pharmacist se zaroor milein. PakVita kisi bhi nuksaan ki zimmedari nahi leta.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Apranax Tablet kis kaam aati hai?

Apranax Tablet doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. Yeh inflammatory conditions aur pain relief mein use hoti hai.

Apranax Tablet kitne mg ki hoti hai?

Apranax Tablet ki strengths 250mg, 500mg hoti hain. Exact strength ke liye pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Pakistan mein Apranax Tablet ka price kya hai?

Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Kya Apranax Tablet pregnancy mein safe hai?

Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Apranax Tablet ke nuksanat kya hain?

Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

Sources

  1. DRAP Registered Products Database Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
  2. WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. (2023) World Health Organization
  3. British National Formulary (BNF) BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press

Medical disclaimer

This page is for educational use only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always confirm diagnosis, dose, and interactions with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting or changing any medicine.