naproxen

== English == === Etymology === Blend of naphthyl +‎ propionic +‎ oxy- +‎ -en. === Pronunciation === (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /nəˈpɹɒksən/ (General American, Canada) IPA(key): /nəˈpɹɑksən/ === Noun === naproxen (uncountable) (organic chemistry, pharmacology) A certain non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that inhibits the COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes and thereby reduces pain, fever, inflammation, and stiffness. ==== Translations ====