Question 1

i've been getting right knee pain during leg workouts - esp lunges and during/after time on a treadmill. advil or aleve (naproxen)? ice or  heat? suggestions

Accepted Answer

Why do you have pain: The real question is why do you have pain, especially if it is recurrent. Ice is always the best choice for musculoskeletal problems. A short course of an advil (ibuprofen) like medication may be ok. If this does not resolve with rest and simple measures you should have an orthpedic surgeon or sports medicine md examine you.

Question 2

i have gerd but i take arthrotec for knee pain. dr said take it 2 weeks on & 2 weeks off. he said to take aleve (naproxen) or advil during the off time. explain?

Accepted Answer

Absurd: That is an absurd and totally incorrect piece of advice.  All of these meds have similar GI risks. If you must take an NSAIDs, take a med regularly to treat your GERD such as Prilosec, Protonix, Nexium, (esomeprazole) etc.

Question 3

is aleve (naproxen) or ibuprofen better for knee pain?

Accepted Answer

They are basically : The same. One may work better than the other but make sure you take it with food so that it doesn't upset your stomach

Question 4

i'm currently experieincing knee pain, and my doctor has put me on 800mg or ibuprofen, and two 220mg of aleve (naproxen). is it safe to take nyquill?

Accepted Answer

This is incorrect: There has been a misunderstanding here. Either 800mg ibuprofen three times daily OR 2x 220mg Alleve twice daily is ok, but these two medications are essentially the same thing and should not be taken together at max dosing.  It is ok to combine ibuprofen with acetaminophen (tylenol) for pain that doesn't respond to either alone.  If the NyQuil brand product has ibuprofen or naproxen in it, no.

Question 5

what to use for knee sprain, advil or aleve (naproxen)?

Accepted Answer

Either: Both are NSAID class and either should help.  With all medications some find one to
work better for them.

Question 6

celebrex (celecoxib) vs aleve for knee pain, which is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Depends on ulcer risk. If older than 51, ulcer protection is critical and Celebrex (celecoxib) is recommended.

Question 7

i have leg and knee pain quite regularly. i usually take aleve and it helps. i don't know why i keep having it. at what point should i see a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Knee and leg pain : Good question. Aleve does not cure problems it only reduces the inflammation from an issue. Sound like you should see a doctor in person.

Question 8

i have intermittent knee pain and pain in the buttuck and down the side of the leg.  it is relieved with aleve (naproxen) once a day.  ?

Accepted Answer

Can try anti-inflamm: Pain in the buttock and down the side of the leg is concerning for 'sciatica' which is usually due to a slipped disc in your spine.

How long have you had it?

Sometimes these injuries can be from heavy lifting, accidents, etc.

You can certainly try an anti-inflammatory like ibuprofen or naproxen, but I would see a doctor for an exam.

In addition to meds- doc may suggest exercise, therapy/more.

Question 9

hello i have terrible knee pain. i  am 29 year old female 172 pounds i took an aleve (naproxen) 220mg about 4 hours ago can i take a motrin 400mg?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But wait 2-3 hrs. Elevate the leg, ice it and walk with crutches till pain gone

Question 10

my husband has knee pain. he's taking 220mg of aleve (naproxen) bid. seeing the doctor 4/20. is it ok to keeping taking until then?

Accepted Answer

Aleve (naproxen) for Knee pain: Is Aleve (naproxen) working for his pain? 
Does your husband have any history of kidney problems? Any blood pressure issues? Any GI- stomach issues? If no to all of these questions, he should be safe to take Aleve (naproxen) with food as stated 220mg bid. Has he tried OTC topical meds ( biofreeze, aspercreme, salonpas)? Since symptoms are localized, topical may help him even better than Aleve (naproxen) + have less side effects.

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I've been getting right knee pain during leg workouts - esp lunges and during/after time on a treadmill. advil or aleve (naproxen)? ice or heat? suggestions

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I have gerd but i take arthrotec for knee pain. dr said take it 2 weeks on & 2 weeks off. he said to take aleve (naproxen) or advil during the off time. explain?

A member asked:

Is aleve (naproxen) or ibuprofen better for knee pain?

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I'm currently experieincing knee pain, and my doctor has put me on 800mg or ibuprofen, and two 220mg of aleve (naproxen). is it safe to take nyquill?

A member asked:

What to use for knee sprain, advil or aleve (naproxen)?

A member asked:

Celebrex (celecoxib) vs aleve for knee pain, which is recommended?

A member asked:

I have leg and knee pain quite regularly. i usually take aleve and it helps. i don't know why i keep having it. at what point should i see a doctor?

A member asked:

I have intermittent knee pain and pain in the buttuck and down the side of the leg. it is relieved with aleve (naproxen) once a day. ?

A member asked:

Hello i have terrible knee pain. i am 29 year old female 172 pounds i took an aleve (naproxen) 220mg about 4 hours ago can i take a motrin 400mg?

A member asked:

My husband has knee pain. he's taking 220mg of aleve (naproxen) bid. seeing the doctor 4/20. is it ok to keeping taking until then?

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