Monograph
M01AE02 - Naproxen |
Propably not porphyrinogenic |
PNP |
Rationale
Metabolised by CYP2C8 and 2E1 0-dealkylation. No data pointing to CYP-induction. Did not induce ALAS1 in rat. Two references consider it safe to use. Considerable clinical evidence of non-porphyrinogenicity.
Chemical description
Tabl 250-1000 mg/d. Analgetic and antiflogistic propionic acid derivative. About 30% is metabolized to 6-0-desmethyl derivative by CYP2E1 and 2C8. Inhibitor of CYP 2E1. No data pointing to CYP-induction South African list: use.
French list: authorized. C.Andersson; patient reports: tolerated (n=10).
IPNet drug reports
Uneventful use reported in 82 patients with acute porphyria.
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