- See NSAID
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NSAID in the propionic acid class
- Other NSAIDS in propionic acid class include Ibuprofen and Naproxen
- Oxaprozin 600 mg scored tablets
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Arthritis (RA, OA)
- Start 1200 mg orally daily
- Maximum dose: 26 mg/kg/day up to 1800 mg/day
- See NSAID
- Avoid in Lactation
- Avoid NSAIDs in pregnancy outside the first part of the second trimester (13 to 20 weeks)
- Teratogenic in first trimester
- Risk of premature ductus arteriosus closure in the fetus in third trimester
- Most NSAIDs carry a legacy system Pregnancy Category B or C designation (aside from third trimester)
- However, many obstetricians avoid NSAIDs entirely in pregnancy (even in second trimester)
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