A 25-year-old male asked:
can i use naproxen sodium 550mg for kindney inflammation and ache? and what is the normal dosage?
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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered
52 years experience Rheumatology
No: If you truly have kidney disease and not just a backache, do not use naproxen or any other NSAID. These agents can compromise kidney function.
Answered on Jul 29, 2014
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Yes, you can: only for a short period of time. Big quantities or long-term use of naproxen sodium can cause chronic nephritis. Always talk with your physician to ma ... Read More
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Dr. Katharine Cox answered
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Naproxen: Is not recommended with breast feeding. When taken 2 times a day, it is always detected in the body. All the best.
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Maybe: Naproxin is one of many anti-inflammatories available that may provide benefits during such a collection of symptoms. The value in each case varies wi ... Read More
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A 50-year-old male asked:
Dr. Paul Grin answered
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Aleve (naproxen): According to the latest research aleve (naproxen) is a better anti inflammatory agent.
The maximum daily dose 1100mg.
Otc 220mg 2 tabs every 12 hours.
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