Question 1

i took 3 aleve at once, i am scared what will happen?

Accepted Answer

Wait it out: Why did you take three pills? if you were trying to hurt yourself, you need to seek counseling. Taking three pills once will not do lasting damage, however why you did that needs to be addressed.

Question 2

i took 3 aleve at once, i was wondering what will happen?

Accepted Answer

Well : Usually this is OK to do once.When taking more than the over the counter dose consult a physician in person you can do a Healthtap visit and get specific advice

Question 3

took 3 aleve (naproxen) at once, should i be worried to go to sleep or anything?

Accepted Answer

No: No, there is no need to worry about going to sleep or carrying out other activities after taking 3 Aleve (naproxen).

Question 4

i took 3 tylenol (acetaminophen) extra strength and 3 aleve. all at once what will happen. i took them thinkin it would fix my chest pain but than realised they are similar things. why will happen?

Accepted Answer

Too high a dose: Both doses are too high and above the recommended maximums of 2 tablets at a time.

Question 5

can i take aleve (naproxen) three hours after drinking a margarita?

Accepted Answer

Maybe but your risk: Yes but you are 73  years of age  you have  a greater risk of intestinal bleeding and the alcohol increases that  risk. You woudl be safer to take occsional tylenol (acetaminophen).  ALeve is an NSAID  it was riskdof bleeding and wiht long term therapy risk of hypertension and decreased kidney function

Question 6

i over injury, shoulder and im in alot of pain can i take three aleves (naproxen) ever 6 hrs?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can: to take Aleve (naproxen) OTC to manage your pain and to reduce the inflammation. The maximum daily dose is 1500 mg. However, consultation with your PCP is important to prevent any future complications. Take care.

Question 7

fell  three days ago closed bimalleolar fx nondisplaced  casted ankle bettet.    i take one vicoden q 4-6 hrs and wonder if i can also take aleve (naproxen)?

Accepted Answer

Best not to as they-: -interfere with the inflammatory reaction needed to heal fractures.,especially when there is no internal fixation. Ask your surgeon when he feels you may use them.

Question 8

my doctor precribe me naproxen for my menstrual cycle but that seem to not work. i took two pills and a aleve. is it bad to take three pills. and what?

Accepted Answer

Follow Rx: If your menstrual cramping is not relieved by the rx given to you, i would let your physician know, so s/he can continue to properly treat your condition.  Taking an aleve, (naproxen) which is basically the same family as naprosyn wouold not be recommended to do when you are already rx'd the naprosyn.  Good luck.

Question 9

used to have breast pain daily for months. took aleve (naproxen) once a day for three days. i am now pain free. could taking nsaids this way help with inflam?

Accepted Answer

Likely yes: Most NSAIDs have anti-inflammatory properties. Taking for three days is okay, but you should not take any drug, including over the counter ones, for a long time, without discussing it with your doctor.

Question 10

fever and chills for three days along with pain when flexing the neck. however, i can still touch my chin to my chest, though it hurts. no severe headache, sensitivity to light, confusion, or vomiting. fever and chills reduce with aleve. meningitis?

Accepted Answer

: Probably not. While meningitis is a possibility based on the symptoms described, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.

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I took 3 aleve at once, i was wondering what will happen?

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Took 3 aleve (naproxen) at once, should i be worried to go to sleep or anything?

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I took 3 tylenol (acetaminophen) extra strength and 3 aleve. all at once what will happen. i took them thinkin it would fix my chest pain but than realised they are similar things. why will happen?

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Can i take aleve (naproxen) three hours after drinking a margarita?

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I over injury, shoulder and im in alot of pain can i take three aleves (naproxen) ever 6 hrs?

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Fell three days ago closed bimalleolar fx nondisplaced casted ankle bettet. i take one vicoden q 4-6 hrs and wonder if i can also take aleve (naproxen)?

A member asked:

My doctor precribe me naproxen for my menstrual cycle but that seem to not work. i took two pills and a aleve. is it bad to take three pills. and what?

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Used to have breast pain daily for months. took aleve (naproxen) once a day for three days. i am now pain free. could taking nsaids this way help with inflam?

A member asked:

Fever and chills for three days along with pain when flexing the neck. however, i can still touch my chin to my chest, though it hurts. no severe headache, sensitivity to light, confusion, or vomiting. fever and chills reduce with aleve. meningitis?

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