Drug interactions
Naproxen + Rose hips
Severity: Minor
Naproxen and Rose hips: minor interaction.
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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.
Summary
Rose hips contain ascorbic acid and organic acids that might theoretically compete with naproxen for renal tubular secretion. Any increase in naproxen exposure would be small and has no documented clinical consequence.
What this interaction means in plain words
Naproxen and Rose hips have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Theoretical competition between organic anions for renal tubular secretion; clinical significance is not established.
What to do
No action is generally required. Just watch for increased NSAID adverse effects if large amounts of rose hip products are taken.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Naproxen with Rose hips?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Naproxen and Rose hips have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Rose hips contain ascorbic acid and organic acids that might theoretically compete with naproxen for renal tubular secretion. Any increase in naproxen exposure would be small and has no documented clinical consequence.
How serious is the interaction between Naproxen and Rose hips?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No action is generally required. Just watch for increased NSAID adverse effects if large amounts of rose hip products are taken.
What other medicines interact with Naproxen?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Naproxen with, for example, Ketorolac intranasal, Ketorolac, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Naproxen page.
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