Cronta 500 mg Tablet

Cronta 500 mg Tablet is a prescription tablet containing naproxen 500 mg in each tablet. Naproxen belongs to the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) class, which is used to reduce pain, swelling, and stiffness. Cronta 500 mg Tablet is commonly used for arthritis-related symptoms and other inflammatory pain conditions when a clinician decides a stronger tablet dose is appropriate.

How it works: Naproxen works by blocking the body’s production of prostaglandins, which are chemicals that cause pain, swelling, and fever. In tablet form, Cronta 500 mg Tablet is swallowed and then absorbed to help relieve arthritis discomfort throughout the day.

Cronta 500 mg Tablet is a higher-strength naproxen tablet, so it is usually suited for adults who need stronger anti-inflammatory pain relief than lower-strength tablets provide. Because each tablet contains 500 mg, a doctor may choose this strength when symptoms are more significant or when a twice-daily regimen is appropriate.

• Osteoarthritis pain and stiffness
• Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms
• Ankylosing spondylitis
• Other inflammatory joint pain
• Muscle and tendon pain from inflammation

• Swallow Cronta 500 mg Tablet whole with a full glass of water.
• Take it with food, milk, or after a meal if it upsets your stomach.
• Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet unless your prescriber says it is okay.
• Take it at the same time each day if your doctor has set a regular schedule.
• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time directed by your clinician.
• Do not take extra doses to make up for a missed dose without asking your doctor.

Each Cronta 500 mg Tablet provides 500 mg of naproxen per tablet. Depending on the condition being treated, it may be taken once or twice daily, but the exact schedule and maximum daily dose must be set by a doctor based on your age, medical history, and response. Do not exceed the prescribed amount, since higher naproxen doses raise the risk of stomach bleeding, kidney problems, and heart-related side effects.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Naproxen may include:

• Stomach upset or heartburn
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Swelling or fluid retention, which may be more noticeable with a 500 mg strength

• Cronta 500 mg Tablet is a higher-strength NSAID, so it should be used only when a clinician has checked that naproxen is appropriate.
• Avoid taking it with other NSAIDs, including ibuprofen or aspirin for pain, unless your doctor specifically tells you to.
• Alcohol can increase the chance of stomach bleeding and irritation.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of ulcers, GI bleeding, heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, kidney disease, or liver disease.
• Use caution if you are older than 65, since stomach and kidney side effects are more likely.
• Naproxen can increase cardiovascular risk, so report chest pain, swelling, or shortness of breath right away.
• It may cause dizziness, so be careful driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.

• Blood thinners such as warfarin, apixaban, or rivaroxaban
• Other NSAIDs, including ibuprofen and prescription anti-inflammatory medicines
• ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and diuretics, which can raise kidney risk or reduce blood pressure control
• SSRIs or SNRIs, which can increase bleeding risk
• Methotrexate or lithium, which may have increased toxicity with naproxen

Store Cronta 500 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture and heat, and keep it out of reach of children.