Question 1

is aleve (naproxen) better or worse than advil for ankle sprains?

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Choice: I like Aleve (naproxen) better since it is twice a day dosing.

Question 2

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

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

Question 3

how do you treat severe nerve pain on the bottom of your foot. its a tiny spot but it hurts on the scale of having a natural birth no meds. can walk or lift foot when its hurting. advil and aleve helps but only for a short time. the burnin feeling?

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: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a doctor or a podiatrist.  Wish you good health!

Question 4

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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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 5

can i take naproxen 250mg with tramadol 50mg as i have ran out of ibuprofen 500mg and the pain in ankle is 10/10 pain also taking prednisolone 5mg x8 time in the morning will that have any affect?

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Nsaids: Naprosyn (naproxen) and Ibuprofen are both NSAIDS, so you can not take both, but you may take naprosyn (naproxen) as instructed to instead of the Ibuprofen,..BUT note, it is important for continuity of care and good pt/Dr relations to inform your treating Doctor of the medications you are taking so they can be properly documented and that allows the Doctor to know how you are and stay in tuned with your case.

Question 6

why does ibuprofen and naproxen cause ankle swelling, and meloxicam cause ankle and leg swelling? should i get my kidneys checked?

Accepted Answer

Side effect: The nsaids have a side effect of retaining fluid and can cause a host of other bad problems.
They are not innocuous pills to be taken like candy. This fluid retention is a serious issue. And you need to avoid these medications

better to find ou what is toxic in your body that needs to be cleansed rather then take dangerous medication to cover symptoms.

Question 7

i used ibuprofen gel and some naproxen tablets, but my leg pain hasn't stopped. what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

See below: If your pain doesn't respnd to otc pain relievers, you should see your doctor to make sure there's noting more ominous.

Question 8

what medicine works the best for pinched nerve in the leg? can robaxin help? i have ibuprofen, naproxen and extra strength tylenol (acetaminophen)...which one?

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Sciatica: True sciatica is leg pain that shoots from back, down the leg past the knee. This mimics the path of the sciatic nerve, thus it's name. Treatment is with nsaid's (my preference)—either Naproxen (again my preference since twice daily) or Ibuprofen (either but not both). Tylenol (acetaminophen) may be taken with nsaid's or alone—don't exceed 4g/day. Not a fan of muscle relaxers (sedatives, not really good relaxers).

Question 9

i am experiencing  rapid heart rate (worsened by: psychological stress) , foot numbness, lightheaded (worsened by: prolonged standing, anxiety) , feeling anxious, stomach cramps and headache (better by: rest, nsaids (ibuprofen, naproxen, etc.), stress man

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Physical symptoms: along w/the classic signs of a panic attack means you need to find out how much is physical and how much psychological or what combo of both.  Please start by seeing your doc and perhaps follow up w/a clinical psychologist depending on findings which are very real be they from psyche or body.  Peace and good health.

Question 10

is advil or aleve (naproxen) better?

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Pretty similar: But some people like one or the other more.

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How do you treat severe nerve pain on the bottom of your foot. its a tiny spot but it hurts on the scale of having a natural birth no meds. can walk or lift foot when its hurting. advil and aleve helps but only for a short time. the burnin feeling?

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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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Can i take naproxen 250mg with tramadol 50mg as i have ran out of ibuprofen 500mg and the pain in ankle is 10/10 pain also taking prednisolone 5mg x8 time in the morning will that have any affect?

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Why does ibuprofen and naproxen cause ankle swelling, and meloxicam cause ankle and leg swelling? should i get my kidneys checked?

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I used ibuprofen gel and some naproxen tablets, but my leg pain hasn't stopped. what could be wrong?

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What medicine works the best for pinched nerve in the leg? can robaxin help? i have ibuprofen, naproxen and extra strength tylenol (acetaminophen)...which one?

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I am experiencing rapid heart rate (worsened by: psychological stress) , foot numbness, lightheaded (worsened by: prolonged standing, anxiety) , feeling anxious, stomach cramps and headache (better by: rest, nsaids (ibuprofen, naproxen, etc.), stress man

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