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Please tell me, could i use aleve (naproxen) to help my charley horse in my right calf?

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Have it evaluated.: Gentle massage is usually helpful, but have it evaluated and make sure that it is not something more serious.

Answered 3/16/2014

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A member asked:

Please tell me, could i use aleve (naproxen) to help my charley horse in my right calf?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Payam Rafat answered

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