anything when taking aleve (naproxen)?

Question

How long do symptoms of costochondritis last? Been taking Aleve (naproxen) for a few days and it isn't helping much.

Answer 1

Question unclear: Naproxyn, like other similar compounds may produce abdominal pain and upper GI bleeding, and can predispose to cardiovascular events which can be life-threatening. Can also interfere with some anti-depressants.

Answer 2

Yes: A small percentage of people have sensitivity to aspirin, which causes a flare- of asthma. For those people, medications like Aleve or Ibuprofen can cause breathing problems. Tylenol (acetaminophen) is generally considerd safe. However, the percentage of people with asthma who also react to anti-inflammatory medications is low, and the use of these medications is usually safe.

Answer 3

Yes: If you don't have problems with Aleve (naproxen) it it should be fine. Just take it with food to protect your stomach!

Answer 4

Likely yes: There is a rare form of severe asthma where people are sensitive to medicines like aspirin, ibuprofen, or Aleve (naproxen). These people usually also have very bad sinusitis as well. If you know you have done well with Aspirin or Ibuprofen in the past without problems, you most likely can do well with aleeve.

Answer 5

250: ~250 mg every 8-12 hours.

Answer 6

Naproxen: 1-2 tabs. Of 250mg. Each, every 8-12 hours as needed.

Answer 7

They are the same.: All medications carry two different names, there is the generic name which is the name of the actual drug (naproxen in this case) and the trade name from the company who sells it (anaprox in this case). Naproxen is sold under several other trade names but they are all essentially the same medication. Many times if you can find generic Naproxen at wal-mart you can save a dollar or two!

Answer 8

None: Anaprox (naproxen) and Naproxen are the same thing.

Answer 9

Yes: Naprelan (naproxen) is an extended-release forumla of Naproxen purported to have less stomach irritation. Of course it is 100's of times more expensive and probably dosen't appreciably lower the risk of GI complications. Also, all nsaid's like Naproxen slightly increase the risk of vascular complications such as stroke, heart attack and high blood pressure.

Answer 10

Similar: When compared there is a difference: mucosal biopsy scores and endoscopic scores were lower in the subjects who received naprelan® tablets. In another study there were significantly fewer duodenal erosions seen with naprelan® tablets than with either Naproxen or aspirin.

Answer 11

Naproxen: It is a non steroidal anti- inflammatory drug, and analgesic. They reduce fever help with pain and inlammation. Commonly used for joint pain and arthritis amongst other things. They are dosed every 12 hours and are not intended for long term use.

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