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Naproxyn overdose
28 f.has been prescribed naproxyn for head ache .Took one 500 mg dose at 4.30 Am next 500 mg at 11 pm.
Due to fasting hours next day took 500 mg at 4.45 Am .Am I at any overdose?as I have seen the dosage should be taken one in 12 hours but I took the 3 dose within 5 hours gap .Is it harmful will it cause any kidneys damage etc .plz reply thank you
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You are 28 year old. So nothing will happen with 3 doses. But if you were 88 years old you would have got into trouble.
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Not to worry it should not more than 6 tabs in a day
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Kindly discuss for your concern
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As u have taken one dose extra in between,it is not going to be overdose or it wont do any harm on your body as of now except some gastritis symptoms.but be cautious and dont self medicate.Always take health care professional help before you take any tablet.
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