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(also known as Aleve, Anaprox, Naprogesic, Naprosyn, Naprelan)
Naproxen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) commonly used for the reduction of mild to moderate pain, fever, inflammation and stiffness caused by conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, ankylosing spondylitis, injury (like fractures), menstrual cramps, tendinit... more at Wikipedia
Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Chronic Pain | 914 |
51% |
| Back Pain | 581 |
56% |
| Migraine Headaches | 558 |
50% |
| Arthritis | 402 |
66% |
| Pre-menstrual Syndrome ... | 109 |
80% |
Overall, 58% (2907
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Naproxen Reviews
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This got me up and walking again. I even went back to work for a while but then it stopped working and I was taking 1000 mg a day. That turned into an ulcer and acid reflux
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unfortunately,while it works,it causes gastric problems for me
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Yes, Naproxen helps when she is having a tough day and is stiff and sore. We dont give it to her everyday but lately with her recent flare it does seem that way.
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Taking with caution
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It used to work well in the past but my kidney function prohibits use of it presently.
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this also helps with the inflammation and the pressure in the spine.
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works IF used with hydrocodone, otherwise it's like a sugarpill...nada
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I started itching every time I took it, so I stopped using it.
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helps sometines
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if caught VERY early helps
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Aleve (NSAIDS)
The no NSAIDs ever thing is false. If you find you can't tolerate them in pill form, there is a topical naproxen cream. Talk to someone in the know ab... [More] -
Aleve (NSAIDS)
Generally, you are correct - all non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) are to be avoided (aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen). However, ther... [More] -
naproxen
Naproxen (Naprosyn) is a non-steroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID) so similar to motrin, advil, ibuprofen and if taken on a full stomach is fine to ... [More] -
Naproxen
I should clarify. When I was a child I broke my hand and it never set properly, causing the tendons to be deformed. My doctor gave me a perscription... [More] -
Naproxen
If I am correct, I think naproxen is the same as Aleve. I was told not to take any type of antinflamatory because it has acid in it. You should take ... [More]
