ScienceAugust 13, 2026

naproxen

nuh-PROK-sen

Definition

A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) commonly used to reduce pain, fever, and inflammation.

Etymology

The name is a portmanteau derived from its chemical structure, specifically the naphthalene and propionic acid components of the molecule.

In the news

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