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A member asked:

Been taking aleve (naproxen) every now and then and every time i take it i get bad back and stomach pain. how do i stop the pain?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Simple solution: Add a proton pump inhibitor such as omperazole and take with food and water.

Answered 5/27/2018

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