Question 1

can i take aleve (naproxen) or relafin with prednison?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Other than an increased risk of GI problems, there is no issue with this combination.

Question 2

replacing 500mg nabumetone w/ otc nsaid.  treats neuroma pain as needed (a 30day supply of nab. lasted 6mths) ibupro? aleve (naproxen)?

Accepted Answer

Either one: Either one is worth a try especially since you would take them infrequently.

Question 3

can  ibuprofen cause bruising?  i switched anti inflammatory pills from refalen to naproxen.  and noticed all the bruising suddenly.  why?

Accepted Answer

Drug Side Effect: Common drugs can also increase bruising. These include aspirin, Ibuprofen and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, some antibiotics, and alcohol. Many prescription drugs can also increase bruising, so it always helps to ask the doctor who prescribed a medication, if bruising is a side effect before looking further.

Question 4

what is relafen or nabumetone?

Accepted Answer

Relafin: Relafen (nabumetone) belongs to a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (nsaids). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

There is no one drug that is effective for everyone when it comes to joint pain so please consult with your physician.

Question 5

is relafen (nabumetone) a narcotic?

Accepted Answer

No: It is an anti inflammatory medication like Ibuprofen or naproxen.

Question 6

is it okay to take aleve with cefdinir?

Accepted Answer

REALLY DEPENDS: The issue you would have to be aware of has to do with any kidney problems as these medications both get cleared through the kidneys. So if you have kidney problems do not take. Really need to ask the doctor that gave you the cefdinir.

Question 7

is celebrex (celecoxib) safer than aleve?

Accepted Answer

it depends: Celebrex (celecoxib) has less GI risk. It is controversial whether there is an increased cardiac risk with celebrex (celecoxib). Any risk is small.

Question 8

can i take aleve with tamiflu (oseltamivir)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: No interaction between aleve and tamiflu (oseltamivir)

Question 9

what is safer? celebrex (celecoxib) or aleve?

Accepted Answer

See details: Celebrex (celecoxib) has a much lower risk for GI irritation than aleve. However, aleve may have a lower cardiac risk although the risk for Celebrex (celecoxib) may be extremely low as well.

Question 10

celebrex (celecoxib) is it better than aleve?

Accepted Answer

Less side effects: Causes less gastrointestinal side effects like bleeding and is fda approved for pain due to arthritis.

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Replacing 500mg nabumetone w/ otc nsaid. treats neuroma pain as needed (a 30day supply of nab. lasted 6mths) ibupro? aleve (naproxen)?

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Can ibuprofen cause bruising? i switched anti inflammatory pills from refalen to naproxen. and noticed all the bruising suddenly. why?

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What is relafen or nabumetone?

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