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Does naproxen decrease the amount of calcium deposits in my shoulder; or is it solely used as an anti-inflammatory? or is it both and the same?

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Anti-inflammatory: Naproxen will not decrease calcium deposits in a joint.

Answered 6/30/2014

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Dr. Larry Greenbaum answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - rheumatology

Antiinflammatory : Naproxen is a good antiinflammatory, but it won't remove calcium deposits from your shoulder.

Answered 6/30/2014

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