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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.
Answered 2/19/2015
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NSAIDS: Which ever one helps, they help symptoms and reduce inflammation.
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