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Daypro Alta Drug Center

Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP

Daypro Alta (oxaprozin potassium tablets) is used for the treatment of inflammation and the pain, fever, swelling and tenderness of joints caused by osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include rash, ringing in the ears, headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, heartburn, fluid retention and shortness of breath.

The usual dose of Daypro Alta is 600 or 1200 mg once daily taken with food. The maximum dose is 1800 mg daily. Daypro Alta may interact with lithium, blood pressure medications, methotrexate, antibiotics, or blood thinners. Tell your doctor all medications you are taking. Daypro Alta should not be taken during pregnancy. It is not known whether this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

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Daypro Alta Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of DAYPRO ALTA (oxaprozin) and other treatment options before deciding to use DAYPRO ALTA (oxaprozin) . Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals (see WARNINGS).

DAYPRO ALTA (oxaprozin) is indicated:

  • For relief of the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis
  • For relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis

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